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 Source of The Wind
A powerful & tender women's
fiction novel with soul
by Ella Capek
From B to A:Britain to Albania
Funny road trip memoir–
with 4 dogs & 1 big truck!
by Jacqueline Lambert
The Devil has Spoken
2020: The Devil has created a
virus that won't discriminate
Everand
MEMOIR OF A MANGLED MIND
Three minds. One body.
And nobody is safe.
Amazon
Connecting Threads
A graphic memoir of
resilience and hope
Amazon
The Stranger of Ul Darak BK 1
A new intriguing epic
high fantasy series
sceston.com
Glitching Souls
Award-winning, Mind-bending,
Technothriller
Amazon
DISCOVER YOUR NEXT INDIE
OBSESSION - Find & follow
indie books you'll love.
INDIEGUANA
BUILDING THE BEAST
Building a home-on-wheels
with zero blueprint.
Amazon
Mother To Elephants
A Beautiful Tale of
Care and Compassion
Amazon
DREAMER OF DESTINY
Her dreams are calling to her.
Should she listen?
Barbara Pelham
Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
London to life in Washington
in a family of secrets
Amazon
Lead the Competition
Read 100 Livestreaming &
Digital Media Predictions.
Amazon
The Coach Trip
A light- hearted,
mid-life, comedy romance.
by Morag Clarke
ARNI'S ADVENTURES
8 charming, silly, comic
stories to laugh at & enjoy.
Amazon
The Faces She Sees
A thrilling mind-freak of a
mystery - Kirkus Review
by Elizabeth Scozzari
Into the Thicket
Boy finds an injured rabbit
sparks heartfelt journey
Amazon
101 Ways to Wow! Our World
Insights, ideas, & actions
to WOW your life now!
Amazon
From The Back of a Donkey
Fresh captivating look at the
Christmas Story told by Mary
by Nancy Elaine Hartman Minor
The Gemini Connection
An intriguing thriller that
will keep you hooked.
Amazon
CLEAR-CUTS
In 72 hours, a legend, a lore
& 2 brothers will all collide
Amazon
Arctic Dinosaurs
Her first Arctic year -
middle grade - free activities
Fathom Publishing
Burt: The Airport Cat
Heartwarming cat adventure
about friendship!
by Christine Henry
The Pond of Reflection
A Fantasy Adventure - Teamwork
Friendship & Self-Discovery
Amazon
THE UNBROKEN
Love and adventure in
the strange worlds of mind.
Nigel Peace
The Boy from the Night Sky
Thrilling fantasy adventure
for all ages.
Amazon
SUKIE – QUEEN OF CATS
A warm rescue-cat picture book
about finding family.
by Jan Falconer
The Pathology of Graphology
Two citizens of the lower
depths kill an aging DJ.
by David Milnes
LOOK AWAY NO MORE
A story rich in history & love
at a Georgia college in 1970.
Amazon
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Illustrators, Writers, Blurbs,
Editors, Layout Designs
Metaworx
SEA CHANGE
Gay romance and adventure
on a yacht at sea
Nick Bamford
Demons to Champions
A tale of neurodivergent
awakening and triumph.
Amazon
The Mystery of the Lost Avenge
Multilevel story/ghost/romance
forensics/WWII/espionage
Linda Maria Frank
Esme and Griswald
A WITCH in search of a
POTION to save her PRINCE
Amazon
Soul Release
An epic fantasy action
adventure in a world of magic.
Amazon
No Free Speech for Hate
Provocative, chilling, topical
and razor-sharp dystopia
by Stephen Ford
IF I COULD REMEMBER
A tender, unflinching memoir
on Alzheimer's caregiving
by Donna Costa
The Day After His Crucifixion
At last the women speak,
deepening Yeshua's story.
Amazon
Truth Was Once Taboo
New humanity, ancient
wisdom: spirituality reborn.
Amazon
Escape From Peconic Bay
A novel of love, impending
war, and espionage.
books2read
Glitching Souls - Steve Kenney
Neil can read minds...
He can't turn them off.
Amazon
TEMPEST'S SECRET
Adorable cosy mystery
with a kitten for 7-9 yr olds
Amazon
HABITAT MAN
Midlife crisis meets eco-
fiction in heartwarming romcom
Amazon
Chronicles of MatiLou/PerryAnn
Through it all the girls work
to save Mother Earth.
Amazon
A Portion of Malice
A thought-provoking thrill
ride into the apocalypse
Amazon
A QUEST FOR HIDDEN THINGS
A cozy, coming-of-age
fantasy adventure
by Karen Eisenbrey
The Book of Wisdom-ish
Adventure begins with
a book. And an A.
Amazon
Marvelous Mood-Mending Meadow
Picture Book About Gratitude &
Dealing with Kids Emotions
Amazon
THE MERMELF
Mystery girl. Mermelves arrive
Dystopian rebellion begins
Amazon
WHERE DO BEARS SLEEP?
Bedtime for Animals & Children
Illustrated Songbook
by Chris Meade
Naked in the Now
What if presence felt like
being seduced by life?
Amazon
Winkle and Aster
Urban fantasy that takes
imagination to its limits
books2read
The Day After His Crucifixion
Jesus' women followers
finally tell their stories
by Merikay McLeod
MaryLou
"An engaging, well-crafted
family drama" TWSA
Amazon
Pure Ink Press
Quality partnership publisher
open for submissions
Pure Ink Press
Law of Attraction Game Book
A playful 28-day guide
to joy, clarity, and ease!!
Amazon
Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
London to life in Washington
in a family of secrets
Amazon
THE ART IN MY PALM
Queer coming-of-age tale
set in Cyprus & Australia.
by Luke Icarus Simon
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