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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SOUTH KOREA
Where old traditions and
modern change collide.
by John Gonzalez
MORAL FIBRE
A Lancaster skipper, his crew
and the woman he loves.
by Helena P. Schrader PhD
Grumpy Gnome
A funny, cozy, and
award-winning picture book.
Amazon
SOUL WALK
Unexpected Gifts of Grief and
Connection to Those in Spirit
Amazon
CHARCOAL BOY
Tudor London, boy, entangled
in politics, wins through
Amazon
MERRYSHIELDS
A magical, action-packed
portal story for kids!
by Jen Jones
BUILDING THE BEAST
Building a home-on-wheels
with zero blueprint.
Amazon
Demons to Champions
A tale of neurodivergent
awakening and triumph.
Amazon
A QUEST FOR HIDDEN THINGS
A cozy, coming-of-age
fantasy adventure
by Karen Eisenbrey
REVOLUTION: A NOVEL
Comical misadventures in
modern Los Angeles
Amazon
My Solo Wedding in Santorini
A true story. Honest,
thought-provoking & funny .
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POLO IN BRAZIL (BOOK 5)
A fast-paced MG graphic
novel exploring climate action
The Adventures of Captain Polo
Three Children's Stories
Child-approved SEL story
time plans & activities
by Adria Chalfin
The Ghost of Neil Diamond
A tribute artist scales
the Great Wall of China.
by David Milnes
Sammie and Pumpkin
An adopted dog learns
how to make new friends.
Amazon
ULTIMATE OBSESSION
A cracking murder/mystery
packed with twists and turns.
Dai Henley
The Shadow of the Volcano
A thrilling 'time travel'
adventure for 7 - 13 yr olds.
Amazon
Nick and the Golden Apple
Familiar, unexpected,
engaging from the beginning.
Amazon
THE DARKWOLF SAGA (YA)
Embark on a harrowing journey
into fantasy and adventure.
Amazon
Sea Change by Nick Bamford
'A gay romance and adventure
on a yacht at sea'
nickbamford.com
BEHIND BULLETPROOF GLASS
A raw memoir about
pregnancy loss and grief
Amazon
MINIMUM SAFE DISTANCE (2022)
NOT pro-US Sci-Fi
weltweite, profond, prisbelönt
by X. Ho Yen
Down to Earth
A practical guide to using
intuition for smarter living.
Amazon
THE WORD GOBBLERS
A handbook for parents whose
children struggle to read
by Catherine Matthias
The Devil has Spoken
2020: The Devil has created a
virus that won't discriminate
Everand
I Never Said I Love You
A story of travel, friendship,
forgiveness, & roads not taken
Amazon
Cavorting In Cheese
An absurd, adult, foodie-
-forward rhapsody in rhyme.
Amazon
ELLA'S WAR
Heart-stopping, spirit-lifting
award-winning historical novel
vineleavespress
THE CURIST
Abby Steel hunts an evil
killer. Can he be caught?
Amazon
The Collective Consciousness
Embark on a journey into the
depths of the human spirit!
Amazon
THE UNBROKEN
Love and adventure in
the strange worlds of mind.
Nigel Peace
CLEAR-CUTS
In 72 hours, a legend, a lore
& 2 brothers will all collide
Amazon
Millie’s Magic
The little mouse
with a big heart.
Amazon
Soar: A Soul's Quest
A young eagle on a quest of
self-discovery & enlightenment
Amazon
ADAMS MORGAN FUGUE
a novel
A neighborhood love story
Amazon
KIRKYARD MOON
Two women, One body.
A historical fantasy novel.
by Rhys Shaw
Naked in the Now
What if presence felt like
being seduced by life?
Amazon
Growing up Hadley
A story to shatter your heart
then mend it anew.
danawritesbooks
Out of the Darkness...
A memoir of animal
connections, love, and healing
books2read.com
The Other Lotus Girl
He was buying tea.
She was running for her life.
danielariddle.com
Building The Beast:
The Comic Memoir
of a Crazy Idea!
Amazon
REVOLUTION
A contemporary
satirical novel
Amazon
POLE TO POLE (Book 4)
A fast-paced MG graphic
novel on climate change
The Adventures of Captain Polo
Arctic Dinosaurs
Her first Arctic year -
middle grade - free activities
Fathom Publishing
Plea to a Frozen God
A desperate trio appeals
to the God of Death.
Amazon
A Mixing Colour Adventure
Colour mixing, teamwork &
perseverance for 3 - 7 yr olds
Amazon
SECRET SKY
Everybody wishes they could
fly - until it happens
books2read.com
Shadow Apprentice
Fast-paced MG steampunk
with an intrepid girl mechanic
by Linda Browne
There's a Duck in the House
TWSA FINALIST 2023
Large Format with Large Text
Amazon
RIVER WITCH
A haunting, emotional tale
of magic and purpose.
Amazon
THE SOCIETY
Elizabeth Grant Thriller-woman
embroiled in a conspiracy
Amazon
Angry Arthur
and The Run Around Trick
Learn to manage big feelings
Amazon
Terracolina: A Place to Belong
Adventure for 9–13 yr olds
with twists, turns & suspense.
Amazon
IF I COULD REMEMBER
A tender, unflinching memoir
on Alzheimer's caregiving
by Donna Costa
THE FOUNDLING
A foundling rises to
reclaim his stolen birthright
Amazon
Into the Thicket
Boy finds an injured rabbit
sparks heartfelt journey
Amazon
Playing Soldier
A savagely haunting true
journey of self-discovery.
F. Scott Service
ELLA'S WAR
Heart-stopping, spirit-lifting
award-winning historical novel
vineleavespress
AT RECEPTION
Will Sally fall for the charms
of a guest? ADULT FICTION
by Galahad Porter