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, .
Jump straight to:
- 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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A Misfortunate Misfit
Incredible true story of a
man saving his own life
Amazon
MINIMUM SAFE DISTANCE (2022)
NOT pro-US Sci-Fi
weltweite, profond, prisbelönt
by X. Ho Yen
The Scrivener's Apprentice
Words have power.
Especially hers.
Amazon
Drop the Fake Smile
How to stop people-
pleasing in relationships
Amazon
LITERARY ECHOES
Sharp analyses of the
world's great short stories
Amazon
The Monster Bones of...
A time travel mystery about
an ancient skeleton for kids.
by Linda Maria Frank
Bentley's Fantabulous Idea
Embark on a whimsical colorful
journey filled with fun
MikiTaylor
Rider of the Wind
An exultant celebration
of the magic of music
Amazon
THE COIN
CAN FINDING A COIN
GET YOU KILLED?
books2read
Cinderella, A Love Story
An award winning cozy middle
grade faerie tale retelling.
Amazon
The Pond of Reflection
A Fantasy Adventure - Teamwork
Friendship & Self-Discovery
Amazon
The Mystery of the Lost Avenge
Multilevel story/ghost/romance
forensics/WWII/espionage
Linda Maria Frank
Demons to Champions
A tale of neurodivergent
awakening and triumph.
Amazon
From The Back of a Donkey
Fresh captivating look at the
Christmas Story told by Mary
by Nancy Elaine Hartman Minor
The Book of Wisdom-ish
Adventure begins with
a book. And an A.
Amazon
THEY'RE ALL BARKING
Discover how your lifestyle
and emotions affect your dog
Amazon
Winkle and Aster
Urban fantasy that takes
imagination to its limits
books2read
“Hatch Chile Willie”
offers children a heartwarming
tale of friendship
Amazon
The Beast Keepers
A young vet discovers a
world of mythical creatures
Amazon
SO YOU WANT TO BE A DOCTOR
Race the clock to save
a life in the ER tonight
by Linda Soules
Tally and the Angel
Unstoppable middle-grade
adventures around the world!
by Eleanor Dixon
The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes
Playing Soldier
A savagely haunting true
journey of self-discovery.
F. Scott Service
THE TRALL SERIES
Middle-grade portal
fantasies set in Australia.
by Gayle Torrens
WHINGEY WILLIAMS Term 1
Follow Whingey on her FIRST
adventure on Gower
Amazon
The Pathology of Graphology
Two citizens of the lower
depths kill an aging DJ.
by David Milnes
Grumpy Gnome
A funny, cozy, and
award-winning picture book.
Amazon
101 Ways to Wow! Our World
Insights, ideas, & actions
to encourage & empower
Amazon
The Professor Perishes
A unique whodunit with
suspects and reveals galore
Amazon
Beyond a World Apart
Story Nazis attempted to burn
based on historical events
Amazon
THE PORTAL KEEPER
Enter a world of Fantastic
Creatures and Magic!
books2read
Losing Austin
A gripping drama for teens
full of suspense & mystery
Amazon
The Jumperell
A mysterious Jumperell
and a clever frog
Amazon
PRESCHOOL MATH WORKBOOK
Large print, count, trace, add
subtract & more, ages 3-5
LEARN NUMBERS 0-10
Pure Ink Press
Quality partnership publisher
open for submissions
Pure Ink Press
SOUL WALK
Unexpected Gifts of Grief and
Connection to Those in Spirit
Amazon
Aunty Jane Knits Up A Storm
Knitting, Friendship, Loss &
Healing in a Children's Story
Amazon
TALE OF THE ENGLISH TEMPLAR
Resistance to tyranny starts
with an act of compassion
by Helena P Schrader
ANGELS
A YA LGBTQ+ emotional
rollercoaster.
'Perfect. 5 stars.'
Secrets of a Social Butterfly
How I unstuck my life
and you can too.
Lynn Bruines
The Collective Consciousness
Embark on a journey into the
depths of the human spirit!
Amazon
SUKIE – QUEEN OF CATS
A warm rescue-cat picture book
about finding family.
by Jan Falconer
Sea Change by Nick Bamford
'A gay romance and adventure
on a yacht at sea'
nickbamford.com
Gigglet Goes to School
Get your giggle on with
Gigglet. Perfect for 0 - 6 yrs
AMB Kids Books
WAYS TO BE EQUALLY HUMAN
A deep dive into being non-
binary,climate activism & love
by Leslie Tate
RIVER WITCH
A haunting, emotional tale
of magic and purpose.
Amazon
Lead the Competition
Read 100 Livestreaming &
Digital Media Predictions.
Amazon
Your Words Your Love
A dazzling explosion
of beauty for your soul.
books2read
ULTIMATE OBSESSION
A cracking murder/mystery
packed with twists and turns.
Dai Henley
THE SANDS OF DEE
A moving WW2 evacuee
adventure for Middle Grade.
Amazon
The Source of The Wind
A powerful & tender women's
fiction novel with soul
by Ella Capek
BEHIND BULLETPROOF GLASS
A raw memoir about
pregnancy loss and grief
Amazon
KIRKYARD MOON
Two women, One body.
A historical fantasy novel.
by Rhys Shaw
50 SECRETS NOBODY TELLS YOU IN
IN HOLLYWOOD Helping actors
avoid pitfalls & find success
Amazon
The One-Year Novelist
Takes You Step-By-Step From
Idea To Finished Draft
Amazon
The Book Witch
A thrilling, fast paced
fantasy book for MGs
Amazon
Losing Austin
A gripping drama for teens
full of suspense & mystery
Amazon
MINIMUM SAFE DISTANCE (2022)
NOT pro-US Sci-Fi
weltweite, profond, prisbelönt
by X. Ho Yen
Happisad Memories
Where magic meets grief.
A page-turning novel.
by M.P.B. Clairette