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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Read 100 Livestreaming &
Digital Media Predictions.
Amazon
The Beast Keepers
A young vet discovers a
world of mythical creatures
Amazon
No Free Speech for Hate
Provocative, chilling, topical
and razor-sharp dystopia
by Stephen Ford
Sprout's Surprise!
A humorous story with
a gentle ecofriendly message
Amazon
Angry Arthur
and The Run Around Trick
Learn to manage big feelings
Amazon
The Broken Wife
A gripping tale of love,
loss, and BETRAYAL.
Amazon
“Hatch Chile Willie”
offers children a heartwarming
tale of friendship
Amazon
The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes
BOBBIN AND THE MAGIC THIEF
A broken rule. A stolen
friend. A faerie rescue.
books2read
The Monarchs
"A thought-provoking spiritual
quest" - Kirkus Reviews
Amazon
101 Ways to Wow! Our World
Insights, ideas, & actions
to WOW your life now!
Amazon
THE MERMELF
Mystery girl. Mermelves arrive
Dystopian rebellion begins
Amazon
Thar She Blows
Brian got swallowed by
a whale. Mom’ll be mad.
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Building The Beast:
The Comic Memoir
of a Crazy Idea!
Amazon
WHINGEY WILLIAMS Term 1
Follow Whingey on her FIRST
adventure on Gower
Amazon
The Mystery of the Lost Avenge
Multilevel story/ghost/romance
forensics/WWII/espionage
Linda Maria Frank
WHINGEY WILLIAMS Term 1
Follow Whingey on her FIRST
adventure on Gower
Amazon
LEGACY
A character-driven sci-fi/
fantasy with a twisting plot.
Amazon
A Rage To Live
A true boys' coming of age
story set during the Holocaust
Amazon
THE PORTAL KEEPER
Enter a world of Fantastic
Creatures and Magic!
books2read
Aunty Jane Knits Up A Storm
Knitting, Friendship, Loss &
Healing in a Children's Story
Amazon
Arni's Adventures
Pet dinosaur, bear, cat story
for the young reader.
Ashok
NEW TRAILS
One step changed his world.
One man changed his heart.
Amazon
Dance Along
A curious cat, a magical
mirror & a world of twirls
Amazon
THE GREAT MOSQUITO HUNT
Hunting the world for
the causes of disease
Amazon
SOUL WALK
Unexpected Gifts of Grief and
Connection to Those in Spirit
Amazon
OUT OF TIME
Love at 78? Life has a
time limit. Love doesn't.
M. Jacqueline Murray
Lucy Wants To go To School
Perfect for apprehensive
children starting school
Amazon
SEA CHANGE
Gay romance and adventure
on a yacht at sea
Nick Bamford
DRAGONDAH (9 - 12 year olds)
Solving ancient mysteries and
outwitting scheming villains!
Amazon
THEY'RE ALL BARKING
Springer Spaniel's eye-opening
view of human behaviour
Amazon
Truth Was Once Taboo
New humanity, ancient
wisdom: spirituality reborn.
Amazon
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THE DARKWOLF SAGA (YA)
Embark on a harrowing journey
into fantasy and adventure.
Amazon
Don't Look Too Tasty
Adventure: 9- to 12-year-olds:
twists & suspense!
by P G H Hannaford
The Day After His Crucifixion
At last the women speak,
deepening Yeshua's story.
Amazon
THE JEWEL OF WENZLO
An epic conflict
between rodent kings
Amazon
SECRET SKY
Everybody wishes they could
fly - until it happens
books2read.com
The Boy and the Big White Rock
'...rewarding memoir of coming
of age in the 1960s.' KIRKUS
Barnes and Noble
Sara My Sara
A moving tale of friendship,
loss, and the gifts of grief.
Amazon
Around the Globe
The Adventures of Squishy
and Boo, Book 3
Amazon
INTO THE BLAZE
A new trilogy where fantasy,
myth, and reality entwine
Amazon
Mother To Elephants
A Beautiful Tale of
Care and Compassion
Amazon
Beyond a World Apart
Story Nazis attempted to burn
based on historical events
Amazon
THE PEBBLE CHAMPION
A stirring tale
of sadness and self-discovery.
Amazon
Sea Change by Nick Bamford
'A gay romance and adventure
on a yacht at sea'
nickbamford.com
The Bride's Trunk
A gripping true story of
Anglo-German reconciliation
Amazon
The Other Lotus Girl
He was buying tea.
She was running for her life.
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A First Book of Microbiology
A fun learning journey
down the microscope lens.
Amazon
WHEN JESUS CALLS
A Story of Undeniable Faith.
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Tales Beyond Midnight
Dark, twisty and gripping.
You'll never stop at one.
by Kim Gravell
POLO IN BRAZIL (BOOK 5)
A fast-paced MG graphic
novel exploring climate action
The Adventures of Captain Polo
Millie’s Magic
The little mouse
with a big heart.
Amazon
The Fungus Among Us
Encourage children to explore
and connect to nature
Amazon
THE DARK PLACES NOVELS
Paranormal thrillers to
get your pulse racing
kimgravell.com
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Sammie and Pumpkin
An adopted dog learns
how to make new friends.
Amazon
The Boy from the Night Sky
Thrilling fantasy adventure
for all ages.
Amazon
A Mixing Colour Adventure
Colour mixing, teamwork &
perseverance for 3 - 7 yr olds
Amazon