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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THE DARKWOLF SAGA (YA)
Embark on a harrowing journey
into fantasy and adventure.
Amazon
Nick and the Golden Apple
Familiar, unexpected,
engaging from the beginning.
Amazon
The Coach Trip
A light- hearted,
mid-life, comedy romance.
by Morag Clarke
Hecatomb of the Vampire
5 horror tales link in book 1
of The Dark Rituals Saga
Amazon
Losing Austin
A gripping drama for teens
full of suspense & mystery
Amazon
IF I COULD REMEMBER
A tender, unflinching memoir
on Alzheimer's caregiving
by Donna Costa
Why Alaska?
An immigrant's tale in
the last frontier of America
The State I Came To Love
Glitching Souls - Steve Kenney
Neil can read minds...
He can't turn them off.
Amazon
Sammie and Pumpkin
An adopted dog learns
how to make new friends.
Amazon
The Crooked Ladder
It's time to climb...
or die
Amazon
The Book of Jack
Candid and inspiring story of
coming to terms with suicide.
F. Scott Service
Building The Beast:
The Comic Memoir
of a Crazy Idea!
Amazon
THE SOCIETY
Elizabeth Grant Thriller-woman
embroiled in a conspiracy
Amazon
TEMPEST'S SECRET
Adorable cosy mystery
with a kitten for 7-9 yr olds
Amazon
A QUEST FOR HIDDEN THINGS
A cozy, coming-of-age
fantasy adventure
by Karen Eisenbrey
MEMOIR OF A MANGLED MIND
Steve's 2 other personalities
wreak havoc all around him
Amazon
MADRA RISING
Dragon YA Fantasy
written by teens for teens
Amazon
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The Pathology of Graphology
Two citizens of the lower
depths kill an aging DJ.
by David Milnes
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ULTIMATE OBSESSION
A cracking murder/mystery
packed with twists and turns.
Dai Henley
Jack's 1st Birthday Adventure
Journey to Jingle Jangle:
A fun story with activities!
Amazon
THE MUTT FOR ME
Heartwarming memoir of
healing & second chances
by Don Hughes
THE GREAT MOSQUITO HUNT
Hunting the world for
the causes of disease
Amazon
Pause... and Effect
A sun-kissed journey through
menopause and beyond.
Amazon
Soar: A Soul's Quest
A young eagle on a quest of
self-discovery & enlightenment
Amazon
Chronicles of MatiLou/PerryAnn
Through it all the girls work
to save Mother Earth.
Amazon
HENRY
Inspiring WWII Nonfiction
survival account
Amazon
If Roses Were Blue
A stolen dog, lady of
light, 3 rescues—Inspiring!
Amazon
From The Back of a Donkey
Fresh captivating look at the
Christmas Story told by Mary
by Nancy Elaine Hartman Minor
SO YOU WANT TO BE A DOCTOR
Race the clock to save
a life in the ER tonight
by Linda Soules
DRAGONDAH (9 - 12 year olds)
Solving ancient mysteries and
outwitting scheming villains!
Amazon
WHERE DO BEARS SLEEP?
Bedtime for Animals & Children
Illustrated Songbook
by Chris Meade
THE SIGIL MASTERS
Face-paced and engaging
Young Adult epic fantasy.
Amazon
❜Twas the Day of Christmas
Join Marco, Pet Pom Dog
and Santa for the Holidays
Amazon
The Lonely Lighthouse Bogle
A quirky rhyming tale honoring
the magic of friendship
Amazon
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/or Large Print editions
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SUKIE – QUEEN OF CATS
A warm rescue-cat picture book
about finding family.
by Jan Falconer
The Gates of Dark Death
The story of the last woman
to escape the Tower of London
by Alan Reynolds
The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes
WHINGEY WILLIAMS Term 1
Follow Whingey on her FIRST
adventure on Gower
Amazon
Finn's Funny Feelings
Helping children to manage
emotions in a healthy way
Amazon
THOSE DARN STRIPES
A genuine read opening the
doors on love, life, & meaning
Amazon
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Quality partnership publisher
open for submissions
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Sara My Sara
A moving tale of friendship,
loss, and the gifts of grief.
Amazon
MERCY'S VIEW: BLACKOUT
Memoir - A runaway's reckless
re-entry into society
Amazon
WELCOME TO OPINE
Homo Sapiens 2.0: Will genetic
blessing be their undoing?
Amazon
The Shadow Deception
Can a pranking pixie and a
grumpy angel save the world?
Amazon
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My Year at the Good Bean Cafe
A riveting tale of unlikely
and inexplicable events.
Amazon
Terracolina: A Place to Belong
Adventure for 9–13 yr olds
with twists, turns & suspense.
Amazon
THE PORTAL KEEPER
Enter a world of Fantastic
Creatures and Magic!
books2read
SOUTH KOREA
A nuanced & engaging analysis
of Korea's rise to prominence.
Amazon
The Faces She Sees
A thrilling mind-freak of a
mystery - Kirkus Review
by Elizabeth Scozzari
The Devil has Spoken
2020: The Devil has created a
virus that won't discriminate
Everand
Sprout's Surprise!
A humorous story with
a gentle ecofriendly message
Amazon
My Solo Wedding in Santorini
A true story. Honest,
thought-provoking & funny .
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Lines in the Sand
Edgy and isolating. A perfect
memoir of loss and endurance.
F. Scott Service
The Gates of Dark Death
A gripping, faced-pace,
Tudor-period thriller
by Alan Reynolds