Finalists 2015
Below is a list of the 2015 FINALISTS in The Wishing Shelf Book Awards. The children's books were read and judged by children in 8 UK primary and secondary schools, the adult books by 2 Reading Groups, 1 in London and 1 in Stockholm. The books were marked according to EDITING, THEME, STYLE, COVER and, in the case of many of the children's books, ILLUSTRATIONS.
The WINNERS will be announced on April 1st, .
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- Category 1: Pre-school picture books
- Category 2: Books for 6 - 8 year olds
- Category 3: Books for 9 - 12 year olds
- Category 4: Books for Teenagers
- Category 5: Books for adults (fiction)
- Category 6: Books for Adults (non-fiction)
- Red Ribbon Bands
If you happen to be looking for a good read, the readers at The Wishing Shelf Awards thoroughly recommend the following:
Free Yourself from Workplace Bullying: Become Bully-Proof and Regain Control of Your Life
Author: Aryanne Oade
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Gigglet Goes to School
Get your giggle on with
Gigglet. Perfect for 0 - 6 yrs
AMB Kids Books
The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes
Confidently Mindful
Answers to your most asked
mindfulness questions.
Amazon
Chronicles of MatiLou/PerryAnn
Through it all the girls work
to save Mother Earth.
Amazon
THE TIFFIN
Lost tiffin. Note gone astray.
A boy's search for family.
Amazon
The Faraway Mountains
A memorable novel about
growing up under dictatorship
Amazon
ONE FOOL'S GOLD
Is that nugget you seek gold,
or only fool's gold?
Amazon
I Never Said I Love You
A story of travel, friendship,
forgiveness, & roads not taken
Amazon
Bentley Makes a Dump Cake
A delightful, messy adventure
with joy, teamwork, & color
Miki Taylor
The Monster Bones of...
A time travel mystery about
an ancient skeleton for kids.
by Linda Maria Frank
Popina & Slumberina
Join in a Magical Journey of
Growth and Self Discovery
Amazon
LoveVortex ... Drakor's Curse
A voyage into the unknown -
and a terrible curse.
Amazon
The Mystery of the Lost Avenge
Multilevel story/ghost/romance
forensics/WWII/espionage
Linda Maria Frank
Alphamind
Embark on a journey into the
depths of the human spirit!
Amazon
DEAR JAMES
I know it's been 20 years, but
I needed to tell you I'm sorry
Amazon
AT RECEPTION
Will Sally fall for the charms
of a guest? ADULT FICTION
by Galahad Porter
The Book of Jack
Candid and inspiring story of
coming to terms with suicide.
F. Scott Service
VR,AR &AI in Special Education
Tech transforming special ed:
benefits, risks & apps
Amazon
The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes
WHINGEY WILLIAMS Term 1
Follow Whingey on her FIRST
adventure on Gower
Amazon
Book Love
YOUNG READERS become
WORLD LEADERS
Lorilyn Roberts
Drop the Fake Smile
How to stop people-
pleasing in relationships
Amazon
A QUEST FOR HIDDEN THINGS
A cozy, coming-of-age
fantasy adventure
by Karen Eisenbrey
Little Puppy's Great Adventure
Adorable story. Great for
both parents as well as kids.
Amazon
THE CURIST
Abby Steel hunts an evil
killer. Can he be caught?
Amazon
101 Ways to Wow! Our World
Insights, ideas, & actions
to encourage & empower
Amazon
Naked in the Now
What if presence felt like
being seduced by life?
Amazon
Aunty Jane Knits Up A Storm
Knitting, Friendship, Loss &
Healing in a Children's Story
Amazon
DRAGONDAH (9 - 12 year olds)
Solving ancient mysteries and
outwitting scheming villains!
Amazon
OUT OF TIME
Love at 78? Life has a
time limit. Love doesn't.
M. Jacqueline Murray
ULTIMATE OBSESSION
A cracking murder/mystery
packed with twists and turns.
Dai Henley
The Crooked Ladder
It's time to climb...
or die
Amazon
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Illustrators, Writers, Blurbs,
Editors, Layout Designs
Metaworx
LIVING AT THE EDGE OF THE
WORLD Swap Wi-Fi for Wildlife
Shetland Adventure 9-12
WINTER, Book 1
Down to Earth
A practical guide to using
intuition for smarter living.
Amazon
MERCY'S VIEW: BLACKOUT
Memoir - A runaway's reckless
re-entry into society
Amazon
CLEAR-CUTS
In 72 hours, a legend, a lore
& 2 brothers will all collide
Amazon
THEY'RE ALL BARKING
Discover how your lifestyle
and emotions affect your dog
Amazon
“Hatch Chile Willie”
offers children a heartwarming
tale of friendship
Amazon
Happisad Memories
Where magic meets grief.
A page-turning novel.
by M.P.B. Clairette
THE UNBROKEN
Love and adventure in
the strange worlds of mind.
Nigel Peace
IF I COULD REMEMBER
A tender, unflinching memoir
on Alzheimer's caregiving
by Donna Costa
THE GREAT MOSQUITO HUNT
Hunting the world for
the causes of disease
Amazon
Connecting Threads
A graphic memoir of
resilience and hope
Amazon
MOTHER TO ELEPHANTS
A heartwarming, inspiring kids
picture book biography
THE STORY OF DAPHNE SHELDRICK
THE PEBBLE CHAMPION
A stirring tale
of sadness and self-discovery.
Amazon
Story and Structure
A book on story: 'beats Joseph
Campbell at his own game.'
Amazon
AT WARBLE'S BAR
Pregnant Lucy searches for the
father...ADULT FICTION
by Galahad Porter
THE MUTT FOR ME
Heartwarming memoir of
healing & second chances
by Don Hughes
MORAL FIBRE
A Lancaster skipper, his crew
and the woman he loves.
by Helena P. Schrader PhD
The One Week Writing Workshop
7 Days to Spark, Boost
or Revive Your Novel
Amazon
Crowded platforms Window Seats
One family's adventures
around Europe by train.
Amazon
SIR BARKINGTON AND THE WORRY
WOOF - Helping little worriers
feel calmer every day
by Janine Marsh
Arctic Dinosaurs
Her first Arctic year -
middle grade - free activities
Fathom Publishing
INTO THE BLAZE
A new trilogy where fantasy,
myth, and reality entwine
Amazon
Chronicles of MatiLou/PerryAnn
Through it all the girls work
to save Mother Earth.
Amazon
Jack's 1st Birthday Adventure
Journey to Jingle Jangle:
A fun story with activities!
Amazon
THE PEBBLE CHAMPION
A stirring tale
of sadness and self-discovery.
Amazon
❜Twas the Day of Christmas
Join Marco, Pet Pom Dog
and Santa for the Holidays
Amazon