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:
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VR,AR &AI in Special Education
Tech transforming special ed:
benefits, risks & apps
Amazon
Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
London to life in Washington
in a family of secrets
Amazon
The Pathology of Graphology
Two citizens of the lower
depths kill an aging DJ.
by David Milnes
CLEAR-CUTS
In 72 hours, a legend, a lore
& 2 brothers will all collide
Amazon
From The Back of a Donkey
Multi-award winning. A
captivating look at Christmas.
by Nancy Elaine Hartman Minor
Tales Beyond Midnight
Dark, twisty and gripping.
You'll never stop at one.
by Kim Gravell
Mirrors & Smoke: A War of 1812
'A smartly plotted, character
novel set in 1800s Canada' WSA
Amazon/Audible
Hecatomb of the Vampire
5 horror tales link in book 1
of The Dark Rituals Saga
Amazon
The Madigan Chronicles
Witchy - Spellbinding - Addict
Urban Fantasy
by Marieke Lexmond
Escape From Peconic Bay
A novel of love, impending
war, and espionage.
books2read
THE COIN
CAN FINDING A COIN
GET YOU KILLED?
books2read
Out of the Darkness...
A memoir of animal
connections, love, and healing
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Touch of the Whimsy
Witty fantasy, this Castaway
romance is an enigma!
Amazon
The Devil has Spoken
2020: The Devil has created a
virus that won't discriminate
Everand
Lead the Competition
Read 100 Livestreaming &
Digital Media Predictions.
Amazon
A Lion's Head
Myth brought to life.
A fantasy novel for YA.
by D.M. De Alwis
AT WARBLE'S BAR
Pregnant Lucy searches for the
father...ADULT FICTION
by Galahad Porter
The Pond of Reflection
A Fantasy Adventure - Teamwork
Friendship & Self-Discovery
Amazon
Story and Structure
A book on story: 'beats Joseph
Campbell at his own game.'
Amazon
MILLIE'S RAINBOW
Beautiful picture book.
Kindness and rainbows.
by Hilary Hawkes
The Collective Consciousness
Embark on a journey into the
depths of the human spirit!
Amazon
BEAUTIFUL AND TERRIBLE THINGS
A NOVEL. Award-winning story
of social justice & friendship
Amazon
AT RECEPTION
Will Sally fall for the charms
of a guest? ADULT FICTION
by Galahad Porter
The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes
Secrets of a Social Butterfly
How I unstuck my life
and you can too.
Lynn Bruines
The Faces She Sees
A thrilling mind-freak of a
mystery - Kirkus Review
by Elizabeth Scozzari
The Bride's Trunk
A gripping true story of
Anglo-German reconciliation
Amazon
HENRY
Inspiring WWII Nonfiction
survival account
Amazon
Rooted and Remembered
An orphaned boy wonders if
home is a place or a feeling.
Goodreads
From Patriarchy to Paradise
The script is flipped:
Women steer back to garden.
expandjoy
THE FISH TANK - short stories
NARRATIVES ABOUT LIFE, EXILE,
GHOSTS…AND MURDER.
books2read
Down to Earth
A practical guide to using
intuition for smarter living.
Amazon
KIRKYARD MOON
Two women, One body.
A historical fantasy novel.
by Rhys Shaw
A First Book of Microbiology
A fun learning journey
down the microscope lens.
Amazon
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Aunty Jane Knits Up A Storm
Knitting, Friendship, Loss &
Healing in a Children's Story
Amazon
Holy Hell
Diabolical Delights: Twisted
Tales of Faith and Fear
Memoir & creative non-fiction
Alphamind
Embark on a journey into the
depths of the human spirit!
Amazon
DAUGHTER OF SPIES
Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
A FINALIST in TWSA
Amazon
THOSE DARN STRIPES
A genuine read opening the
doors on love, life, & meaning
Amazon
The Beast Keepers
A young vet discovers a
world of mythical creatures
Amazon
The Monarchs
"A thought-provoking spiritual
quest" - Kirkus Reviews
Amazon
Jemma and the Raven
A luminous adventure in
this epic YA fantasy debut
Amazon
Smurgle The Windy Dragon
By Jane Clack, ill. by Lucy
Nicholson. A FUN PICTURE BOOK!
Amazon
THEY'RE ALL BARKING
Discover how your lifestyle
and emotions affect your dog
Amazon
Forever Boy
Isaac comes to realize his new
friend harbors dark secrets.
books2read
Millie’s Magic
The little mouse
with a big heart.
Amazon
If Roses Were Blue
Inspiring, heart-warming
adventure for ages 8 & up
Amazon
THE PEBBLE CHAMPION
A stirring tale
of sadness and self-discovery.
Amazon
Plea to a Frozen God
A desperate trio appeals
to the God of Death.
Amazon
Happisad Memories
Where magic meets grief.
A page-turning novel.
by M.P.B. Clairette
My Solo Wedding in Santorini
A true story. Honest,
thought-provoking & funny .
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There's a Duck in the House
TWSA FINALIST 2023
Large Format with Large Text
Amazon
THE ART IN MY PALM
Queer coming-of-age tale
set in Cyprus & Australia.
by Luke Icarus Simon
Adventures of Beryl and Carol
Award winning, clean teen
adventure for all ages.
berylandcarol
THOSE DARN STRIPES
A genuine read opening the
doors on love, life, & meaning
Amazon
CAME A GENTLE WHISPER
A bittersweet, richly
layered historical romance.
by Rebecca A. Cathey
The Madigan Chronicles
Witchy - Spellbinding - Addict
Urban Fantasy
by Marieke Lexmond
Bentley's Fantabulous Idea
Embark on a whimsical colorful
journey filled with fun
MikiTaylor