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.
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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:
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 Ghost of Neil Diamond
A tribute artist scales
the Great Wall of China.
by David Milnes
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The B-17 Tomahawk Warrior
"This happened in 1944 but
honored 80 years later!"
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Captain Polo Saving the Planet
"Eco-adventure comics
for middle graders"
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ANGELS
A YA LGBTQ+ emotional
rollercoaster.
'Perfect. 5 stars.'
Don't Look Too Tasty
Hungry aliens, missing
friends. Who can you trust?
Amazon
Gigglet Goes to School
Get your giggle on with
Gigglet. Perfect for 0 - 6 yrs
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Azoria's Blade
They attacked her homeland.
Now, Azoria seeks her revenge.
Amazon
BUILDING THE BEAST
Building a home-on-wheels
with zero blueprint.
Amazon
Law of Attraction Game Book
A playful 28-day guide
to joy, clarity, and ease!!
Amazon
Escape From Peconic Bay
A fast-paced, historical novel
set during the run up to WW2
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Dinosaur Symphony
A Guide to Dinosaurs
and Classical Music
Amazon
THOSE DARN STRIPES
A genuine read opening the
doors on love, life, & meaning
Amazon
The Putaway Monster
A delightful mystery to
solve as toys disappear.
Amazon
A Vampire's Tooth Fairy Chase
A vampire with flat teeth
searches for the Tooth Fairy.
Amazon
The Pathology of Graphology
Two citizens of the lower
depths kill an aging DJ.
by David Milnes
“Later,†Said Gator
Encourage kids to clean up
in a positive, fun way!
Amazon
Nantucket Monsters
Island monsters on the sly,
live in the corner your eye
B. LAWSON HULL
BURT, THE AIRPORT CAT
Follow Burt, the black cat,
on a fun family adventure
Amazon
DAUGHTER OF SPIES
Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
A FINALIST in TWSA
Amazon
THE PEBBLE CHAMPION
A stirring tale
of sadness and self-discovery.
Amazon
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Marco & Me
Stories & photos of the
adventures of a real dog
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THE COIN
CAN FINDING A COIN
GET YOU KILLED?
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LEGACY
A character-driven sci-fi/
fantasy with a twisting plot.
Amazon
THREE DETAIL STORIES audiobks
Where storytime is an
adventure designed by kids
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POLO IN BRAZIL (BOOK 5)
A fast-paced MG graphic
novel exploring climate action
The Adventures of Captain Polo
LADY IN RED
Teen sleuths search for
a missing masterpiece.
Amazon
Truth Was Once Taboo
New humanity, ancient
wisdom: spirituality reborn.
Amazon
Harmony Dances On
Helping children navigate the
journey through grief
Amazon
WAYS TO BE EQUALLY HUMAN
A deep dive into being non-
binary,climate activism & love
by Leslie Tate
The Crooked Ladder
It's time to climb...
or die
Amazon
Bentley Makes a Dump Cake
A delightful, messy adventure
with joy, teamwork, & color
Miki Taylor
Soar: A Soul's Quest
A young eagle on a quest of
self-discovery & enlightenment
Amazon
SECRET SKY
Everybody wishes they could
fly - until it happens
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Marvelous Mood-Mending Meadow
Picture Book About Gratitude &
Dealing with Kids Emotions
Amazon
The Great Migration
Survive valley. Stop outbreak.
Or watch the kingdom burn.
Amazon
HUNGRY TRAILS
‘A…culturally rich family
chronicle.’ Kirkus Review
Amazon
THE UNBROKEN
Love and adventure in
the strange worlds of mind.
Nigel Peace
HABITAT MAN
Midlife crisis meets eco-
fiction in heartwarming romcom
Amazon
ANGEL OF ASHES
Award-winning epic YA
fantasy adventure series!
Amazon
Look 'N Up Invasion
A clever mix of fantasy,
family drama & cultural debate
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OUT OF TIME
Love at 78? Life has a
time limit. Love doesn't.
M. Jacqueline Murray
Adventures of Beryl and Carol
Award winning, clean teen
adventure for all ages.
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Fenix and the Firework Fliers
Can Fenix save the Fireworks
when a firefly gets sick?
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THEY'RE ALL BARKING
Discover how your lifestyle
and emotions affect your dog
Amazon
Tales Beyond Midnight
Dark, twisty and gripping.
You'll never stop at one.
by Kim Gravell
Ghoul of Sherwood
Robin Hood and his men solve
a grisly murder near a nunnery
Amazon
THE PORTAL KEEPER
Enter a world of Fantastic
Creatures and Magic!
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RIVER WITCH
A haunting, emotional tale
of magic and purpose.
Amazon
MUMMY TRUMPS
A rhyming flatulent book that
is fun for all of the family.
Amazon
My Therapy Assistant
Self-Care Journal
& Mood Tracker
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Sara My Sara
A moving tale of friendship,
loss, and the gifts of grief.
Amazon
TEMPEST'S SECRET
Adorable cosy mystery
with a kitten for 7-9 yr olds
Amazon
I’m Going to Have a Sister
For new siblings teaching
patience & understanding
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Exclusion Zone
The VORKOSIGAN SAGA
meets DIE HARD.
Amazon
Growing up Hadley
A story to shatter your heart
then mend it anew.
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VR,AR &AI in Special Education
Tech transforming special ed:
benefits, risks & apps
Amazon
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