Finalists 2017
Below is a list of the 2017 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, 2018.
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:
My Best Friend Is a Secret Agent: How Chip Became C.H.I.P. and Foiled the Freaky Fuzzy Invasion
Author: Richard Clark
Blindsided by His Betrayal: Surviving the Shock of Your Husband’s Infidelity
Author: Dr. Caroline Madden
Hardbarned! One Man’s Quest for Meaningful Work in the American South
Author: Christopher J. Driver
Henry: A Polish Swimmer’s True Story of Friendship from Auschwitz to America
Author: Katrina Shawver
I Hear You: The Surprisingly Simple Skill Behind Extraordinary Relationships
Author: Michael S Sorensen
Moving Beyond the Unspoken Grief: A doctor’s memoir of her own IVF journey as a patient
Author: Dr. Sarah Lnyy
A Red Ribbon is awarded to a book that did NOT get over 30/40 to be a finalist, but was still very much enjoyed by the readers.
Red Ribbon
Breaking the Fourth Wall: An Uncertain Journey on Turkey's Lycian Way
Author: Michelle Sevigny
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THE ART IN MY PALM
Queer coming-of-age tale
set in Cyprus & Australia.
by Luke Icarus Simon
The Day After His Crucifixion
At last the women speak,
deepening Yeshua's story.
Amazon
“Hatch Chile Willie”
offers children a heartwarming
tale of friendship
Amazon
The Broken Wife
A gripping tale of love,
loss, and BETRAYAL.
Amazon
The Book of Wisdom-ish
Adventure begins with
a book. And an A.
Amazon
FIELDS OF PROSPERIS
"Bingeable space opera, best
complex villains"-ARK Watson
Amazon
LEGACY
A character-driven sci-fi/
fantasy with a twisting plot.
Amazon
The Pathology of Graphology
Two citizens of the lower
depths kill an aging DJ.
by David Milnes
THE GIFT OF BELONGING
A compelling tale of love,
war & finding your way
by Cheryl Burman
Don't Look Too Tasty
Adventure: 9- to 12-year-olds:
twists & suspense!
by P G H Hannaford
The Stranger of Ul Darak BK 1
A new intriguing epic
high fantasy series
sceston.com
A Lion's Head
Myth brought to life.
A fantasy novel for YA.
by D.M. De Alwis
Tally and the Angel
Unstoppable middle-grade
adventures around the world!
by Eleanor Dixon
Sara My Sara
A moving tale of friendship,
loss, and the gifts of grief.
Amazon
More Future Dreams/Nightmares
Award-winning SF short
stories of AIs and robots.
Donald Firesmith
Happisad Memories
Where magic meets grief.
A page-turning novel.
by M.P.B. Clairette
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
Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
London to life in Washington
in a family of secrets
Amazon
The Gemini Connection
An intriguing thriller that
will keep you hooked.
Amazon
THE FOUNDLING
A foundling rises to
reclaim his stolen birthright
Amazon
It Rains in February
A wife's memoir of love,
suicide, grief and loss
Amazon
BEHIND BULLETPROOF GLASS
A raw memoir about
pregnancy loss and grief
Amazon
Plea to a Frozen God
A desperate trio appeals
to the God of Death.
Amazon
LOOK AWAY NO MORE
A story rich in history & love
at a Georgia college in 1970.
Amazon
Moonshine Mesa
Why are bees, crows, & humans
dying at Moonshine Mesa?
Amazon
ANGELS
A YA LGBTQ+ emotional
rollercoaster.
'Perfect. 5 stars.'
Of Mountains and Seas
A multigenerational urban
fantasy mystery.
Amazon
Arctic Dinosaurs
Her first Arctic year -
middle grade - free activities
Fathom Publishing
Millie’s Magic
The little mouse
with a big heart.
Amazon
Glitching Souls
Award-winning, Mind-bending,
Technothriller
Amazon
THE DARKWOLF SAGA (YA)
Embark on a harrowing journey
into fantasy and adventure.
Amazon
Finn's Funny Feelings
Helping children to manage
emotions in a healthy way
Amazon
POLO IN BRAZIL (BOOK 5)
A fast-paced MG graphic
novel exploring climate action
The Adventures of Captain Polo
KEEPERS OF THE ROCK
THE DEBILIS RISING-YA Fantasy
Seize the rock. Rule the world
Amazon
Demons to Champions
A tale of neurodivergent
awakening and triumph.
Amazon
Mother To Elephants
A Beautiful Tale of
Care and Compassion
Amazon
Bentley Makes a Dump Cake
A delightful, messy adventure
with joy, teamwork, & color
Miki Taylor
Playing Soldier
A savagely haunting true
journey of self-discovery.
F. Scott Service
The Boy from the Night Sky
Thrilling fantasy adventure
for all ages.
Amazon
WHINGEY WILLIAMS Term 1
Follow Whingey on her FIRST
adventure on Gower
Amazon
Tales Beyond Midnight
Dark, twisty and gripping.
You'll never stop at one.
by Kim Gravell
Law of Attraction Game Book
A playful 28-day guide
to joy, clarity, and ease!!
Amazon
NEW TRAILS
A queer portal fantasy of
magic, courage, and home
books2read
Prescription for Frozen Heart
Pride & Prejudice meets
Grey's Anatomy - medical rom.
by Jo-Anne Duffett
The Source of The Wind
A powerful & tender women's
fiction novel with soul
by Ella Capek
Lucy Wants To go To School
Perfect for apprehensive
children starting school
Amazon
The Gates of Dark Death
A gripping, faced-pace,
Tudor-period thriller
by Alan Reynolds
JUST RIVER
Hilarious and grave.
A story of resilience.
Amazon
A Misfortunate Misfit
Incredible true story of a
man saving his own life
Amazon
SECRET SKY
Everybody wishes they could
fly - until it happens
books2read.com
REVOLUTION
A contemporary
satirical novel
Amazon
If Roses Were Blue
A stolen dog, lady of
light, 3 rescues—Inspiring!
Amazon
MOTHER TO ELEPHANTS
A heartwarming, inspiring kids
picture book biography
THE STORY OF DAPHNE SHELDRICK
The Shadow of the Volcano
A thrilling 'time travel'
adventure for 7 - 13 yr olds.
Amazon
Burt: The Airport Cat
Heartwarming cat adventure
about friendship!
by Christine Henry
The Boy from the Night Sky
Thrilling fantasy adventure
for all ages.
Amazon
The Pond of Reflection
A Fantasy Adventure - Teamwork
Friendship & Self-Discovery
Amazon
SIN EATER
A girl with the power to
erase ANY bad memory!
Amazon