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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The Ghost of Neil Diamond
A tribute artist scales
the Great Wall of China.
by David Milnes
Your Words Your Love
A dazzling explosion
of beauty for your soul.
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The Beast Keepers
A young vet discovers a
world of mythical creatures
Amazon
SIR BARKINGTON AND THE WORRY
WOOF - Helping little worriers
feel calmer every day
by Janine Marsh
SOUTH KOREA
Where old traditions and
modern change collide.
by John Gonzalez
The Lonely Lighthouse Bogle
A quirky rhyming tale honoring
the magic of friendship
Amazon
Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
London to life in Washington
in a family of secrets
Amazon
The One Week Writing Workshop
7 Days to Spark, Boost
or Revive Your Novel
Amazon
Lucy Wants To go To School
Perfect for apprehensive
children starting school
Amazon
Law of Attraction Game Book
A playful 28-day guide
to joy, clarity, and ease!!
Amazon
Soul Release
An epic fantasy action
adventure in a world of magic.
Amazon
WHEN JESUS CALLS
A Story of Undeniable Faith.
TWSA 2023 FINALIST
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Growing up Hadley
A story to shatter your heart
then mend it anew.
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Terracolina-A Place to Belong
Magic & wonder collide
in this bold MG adventure
by Carla Kessler
The Book Witch
A thrilling, fast paced
fantasy book for MGs
Amazon
KEEPERS OF THE ROCK
THE DEBILIS RISING-YA Fantasy
Seize the rock. Rule the world
Amazon
SOUL WALK
Unexpected Gifts of Grief and
Connection to Those in Spirit
Amazon
LIVING AT THE EDGE OF THE
WORLD Swap Wi-Fi for Wildlife
Shetland Adventure 9-12
WINTER, Book 1
DAUGHTER OF SPIES
Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
A FINALIST in TWSA
Amazon
The Halloween Candy MONSTER
Jimmy teaches the Halloween
candy monster a lesson
Amazon
Holy Hell
Diabolical Delights: Twisted
Tales of Faith and Fear
Memoir & creative non-fiction
Escape From Peconic Bay
A novel of love, impending
war, and espionage.
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Happisad Memories
Where magic meets grief.
A page-turning novel.
by M.P.B. Clairette
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REVOLUTION
A contemporary
satirical novel
Amazon
Arctic Dinosaurs
Her first Arctic year -
middle grade - free activities
Fathom Publishing
BOBBIN AND THE MAGIC THIEF
A broken rule. A stolen
friend. A faerie rescue.
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AT RECEPTION
Will Sally fall for the charms
of a guest? ADULT FICTION
by Galahad Porter
Don't Look Too Tasty
Hungry aliens, missing
friends. Who can you trust?
Amazon
THEY'RE ALL BARKING
Discover how your lifestyle
and emotions affect your dog
Amazon
Escape From Peconic Bay
A fast-paced, historical novel
set during the run up to WW2
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Glitching Souls
Award-winning, Mind-bending,
Technothriller
Amazon
Arni's Adventures
Pet dinosaur, bear, cat story
for the young reader.
Ashok
MOTHER TO ELEPHANTS
A heartwarming, inspiring kids
picture book biography
THE STORY OF DAPHNE SHELDRICK
THE MUTT FOR ME
Heartwarming memoir of
healing & second chances
by Don Hughes
THEY'RE ALL BARKING
Springer Spaniel's eye-opening
view of human behaviour
Amazon
WAYS TO BE EQUALLY HUMAN
A deep dive into being non-
binary,climate activism & love
by Leslie Tate
THE TRALL SERIES
Middle-grade portal
fantasies set in Australia.
by Gayle Torrens
Jemma and the Raven
A luminous adventure in
this epic YA fantasy debut
Amazon
INTO THE BLAZE
A new trilogy where fantasy,
myth, and reality entwine
Amazon
AT WARBLE'S BAR
Pregnant Lucy searches for the
father...ADULT FICTION
by Galahad Porter
Jack's 1st Birthday Adventure
Journey to Jingle Jangle:
A fun story with activities!
Amazon
Sammie and Pumpkin
An adopted dog learns
how to make new friends.
Amazon
Forever Boy
Isaac comes to realize his new
friend harbors dark secrets.
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Adventures of Beryl and Carol
Award winning, clean teen
adventure for all ages.
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A Misfortunate Misfit
Incredible true story of a
man saving his own life
Amazon
The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes
The Boy from the Night Sky
Thrilling fantasy adventure
for all ages.
Amazon
Finn's Funny Feelings
Helping children to manage
emotions in a healthy way
Amazon
Truth Was Once Taboo
New humanity, ancient
wisdom: spirituality reborn.
Amazon
If Roses Were Blue
Inspiring, heart-warming
adventure for ages 8 & up
Amazon
A QUEST FOR HIDDEN THINGS
A cozy, coming-of-age
fantasy adventure
by Karen Eisenbrey
Plea to a Frozen God
A desperate trio appeals
to the God of Death.
Amazon
My Year at the Good Bean Cafe
A riveting tale of unlikely
and inexplicable events.
Amazon
THE TIFFIN
Lost tiffin. Note gone astray.
A boy's search for family.
Amazon
Perfect Middle Grade Series
Montana and her friends
save the forest animals!
Amazon
The Book of Wisdom-ish
Adventure begins with
a book. And an A.
Amazon
SEA CHANGE
Gay romance and adventure
on a yacht at sea
Nick Bamford
Winkle and Aster
Urban fantasy that takes
imagination to its limits
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