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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Jack's 1st Birthday Adventure
Journey to Jingle Jangle:
A fun story with activities!
Amazon
Forever Boy
Isaac comes to realize his new
friend harbors dark secrets.
books2read
THE DARKWOLF SAGA (YA)
Embark on a harrowing journey
into fantasy and adventure.
Amazon
SO YOU WANT TO BE AN ARCHITECT
Dream up towers and
make them stand for good
by Linda Soules
TAILS
A magical story children will
love; and probably adults too.
by WJ Scott
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Illustrators, Writers, Blurbs,
Editors, Layout Designs
Metaworx
GOING UNDER THE RADAR
Honest, insightful, battling
autism/mental health - TWSA
Amazon
BEAUTIFUL AND TERRIBLE THINGS
A NOVEL. Award-winning story
of social justice & friendship
Amazon
Prescription for Frozen Heart
Pride & Prejudice meets
Grey's Anatomy - medical rom.
by Jo-Anne Duffett
Destiny Lives on Fairhaven St.
A father's true story to his
sons. Winner of 17 awards.
Amazon
The Princess and the Spy
A witty and heartfelt
YA fantasy mystery
Amazon
Demons to Champions
A tale of neurodivergent
awakening and triumph.
Amazon
Holy Hell
Diabolical Delights: Twisted
Tales of Faith and Fear
Memoir & creative non-fiction
Moonshine Mesa
Why are bees, crows, & humans
dying at Moonshine Mesa?
Amazon
Mother To Elephants
A Beautiful Tale of
Care and Compassion
Amazon
Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
London to life in Washington
in a family of secrets
Amazon
My Year at the Good Bean Cafe
A riveting tale of unlikely
and inexplicable events.
Amazon
The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes
LIVING AT THE EDGE OF THE
WORLD Swap Wi-Fi for Wildlife
Shetland Adventure 9-12
WINTER, Book 1
The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes
Why Alaska?
An immigrant's tale in
the last frontier of America
The State I Came To Love
Momma Llama World
Free coloring sheets,
animated stories & more.
Meet Momma Llama
Lead the Competition
Read 100 Livestreaming &
Digital Media Predictions.
Amazon
SOUL WALK
Unexpected Gifts of Grief and
Connection to Those in Spirit
Amazon
Of Mountains and Seas
A multigenerational urban
fantasy mystery.
Amazon
The Lonely Lighthouse Bogle
A quirky tale celebrating
the magic of friendship.
Amazon
Pause... and Effect
A sun-kissed journey through
menopause and beyond.
Amazon
The Source of The Wind
A powerful & tender women's
fiction novel with soul
by Ella Capek
Half a Faerie
A disgraced rockstar falls for
a half-faerie single mom.
by Toni Cabell
Escape From Peconic Bay
A fast-paced, historical novel
set during the run up to WW2
books2read
LEGACY
A character-driven sci-fi/
fantasy with a twisting plot.
Amazon
Don't Look Too Tasty
Adventure: 9- to 12-year-olds:
twists & suspense!
by P G H Hannaford
Bentley's Fantabulous Idea
Embark on a whimsical colorful
journey filled with fun
MikiTaylor
WHERE DO BEARS SLEEP?
Bedtime for Animals & Children
Illustrated Songbook
by Chris Meade
THE FOUNDLING
A foundling rises to
reclaim his stolen birthright
Amazon
WHINGEY WILLIAMS Term 1
Follow Whingey on her FIRST
adventure on Gower
Amazon
HABITAT MAN
Midlife crisis meets eco-
fiction in heartwarming romcom
Amazon
Alphamind
Embark on a journey into the
depths of the human spirit!
Amazon
The Bride's Trunk
A gripping true story of
Anglo-German reconciliation
Amazon
Pure Ink Press
Quality partnership publisher
open for submissions
Pure Ink Press
GOING TO MEET DAD
A playful and sensitive tale
about braving the unknown
by Kathleen Nord Heinz
QUACK ALONG WITH ZACK, MACK, A
AND JACK - 3 adventurous ducks
learn to share
A FUN PICTURE BOOK
CLEAR-CUTS
In 72 hours, a legend, a lore
& 2 brothers will all collide
Amazon
The Monarchs
"A thought-provoking spiritual
quest" - Kirkus Reviews
Amazon
Winkle and Aster
Urban fantasy that takes
imagination to its limits
books2read
The Jumperell
A mysterious Jumperell
and a clever frog
Amazon
Connecting Threads
A graphic memoir of
resilience and hope
Amazon
❜Twas the Day of Christmas
Join Marco, Pet Pom Dog
and Santa for the Holidays
Amazon
Down to Earth
A practical guide to using
intuition for smarter living.
Amazon
The One Week Writing Workshop
7 Days to Spark, Boost
or Revive Your Novel
Karin Adams
If Roses Were Blue
A stolen dog, lady of
light, 3 rescues—Inspiring!
Amazon
Rooted and Remembered
An orphaned boy wonders if
home is a place or a feeling.
Goodreads
More Future Dreams/Nightmares
Award-winning SF short
stories of AIs and robots.
Donald Firesmith
MERCY'S VIEW: BLACKOUT
Memoir - A runaway's reckless
re-entry into society
Amazon
Millie’s Magic
The little mouse
with a big heart.
Amazon
Lead the Competition
Read 100 Livestreaming &
Digital Media Predictions.
Amazon
The Mystery of the Lost Avenge
Multilevel story/ghost/romance
forensics/WWII/espionage
Linda Maria Frank
IF I COULD REMEMBER
A tender, unflinching memoir
on Alzheimer's caregiving
by Donna Costa
The Bardic Isles Series
A thought-provoking fantasy
where music is the magic!
Amazon