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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THEY'RE ALL BARKING
Discover how your lifestyle
and emotions affect your dog
Amazon
THE FISH TANK - short stories
NARRATIVES ABOUT LIFE, EXILE,
GHOSTS…AND MURDER.
books2read
THE MAGIC OF KINDNESS
Join the adventure with
the cat witches here:
Amazon
The Mystery of the Lost Avenge
Multilevel story/ghost/romance
forensics/WWII/espionage
Linda Maria Frank
Comfort in the Wings
A woman’s inspiring quest for
comfort and joy after grief
Amazon
REVOLUTION: A NOVEL
Comical misadventures in
modern Los Angeles
Amazon
Forever Boy
Isaac comes to realize his new
friend harbors dark secrets.
books2read
KEEPERS OF THE ROCK
THE DEBILIS RISING-YA Fantasy
Seize the rock. Rule the world
Amazon
WHINGEY WILLIAMS Term 1
Follow Whingey on her FIRST
adventure on Gower
Amazon
Captain Polo Saving the Planet
"Eco-adventure comics
for middle graders"
www.alanhesse.com
Comfort in the Wings
An inspiring, heartfelt
journey of joy after loss
Amazon
Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
London to life in Washington
in a family of secrets
Amazon
EVERKNIGHT
A Heroic Journey of
Uncompromising Honor
Amazon
DREAMER OF DESTINY
Her dreams are calling to her.
Should she listen?
Barbara Woster
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A Rage To Live
A true boys' coming of age
story set during the Holocaust
Amazon
❜Twas the Day of Christmas
Join Marco, Pet Pom Dog
and Santa for the Holidays
Amazon
SEA CHANGE
Gay romance and adventure
on a yacht at sea
Nick Bamford
Look 'N Up Invasion
Celebrate diversity by
imagining a world without it.
looknup.us
Little Puppy's Great Adventure
Adorable story. Great for
both parents as well as kids.
Amazon
B.A. Bellec
2 x Wishing Shelf
Award Recipient
Amazon
Nemesis Rising
"Survival comes with a cost
for Sam …his humanity."
Amazon
SONG FOR MY FATHER
"A gripping drama...a FINALIST
and highly recommended." TWSA
Amazon
NEW TRAILS
One step changed his world.
One man changed his heart.
Amazon
THE SOCIETY
Elizabeth Grant Thriller-woman
embroiled in a conspiracy
Amazon
Story and Structure
A book on story: 'beats Joseph
Campbell at his own game.'
Amazon
Sprout's Surprise!
A humorous story with
a gentle ecofriendly message
Amazon
Touch of the Whimsy
Witty fantasy, this Castaway
romance is an enigma!
Amazon
Samurai's Gift Among Forest
A grieving child's journey
to healing her spirit.
books2read
Wild Asses of Mojave Desert
“Funny & tender, moving &
poetic" Recommended US Review
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Children Who Dance in the Rain
A children's book about
gratitude and self-discovery.
Amazon
Out of the Darkness...
A memoir of animal
connections, love, and healing
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The Book Witch
A thrilling, fast paced
fantasy book for MGs
Amazon
Hecatomb of the Vampire
5 horror tales link in book 1
of The Dark Rituals Saga
Amazon
THE TRALL SERIES
Middle-grade portal
fantasies set in Australia.
by Gayle Torrens
CHARLES DARWIN...
An entertaining learning
resource for curious kids.
www.alanhesse.com
Mother To Elephants
A Beautiful Tale of
Care and Compassion
Amazon
The Lost Heir Book 1 and 2
Mash Princess Bride
+ dash of GOT
Amazon
Ian's Realm Saga
A 7 book adventure fantasy
series for the family.
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Ruby the Emotional Stingray
Handling emotions for kids.
BEDTIME STORY
Amazon
HUNGRY TRAILS
‘A…culturally rich family
chronicle.’ Kirkus Review
Amazon
THEY'RE ALL BARKING
Springer Spaniel's eye-opening
view of human behaviour
Amazon
CLOUDY WITH CHANCE OF ANSWERS
"Crazy family. Endless cold
case. Then there's a clue!"
Amazon
What Death Taught Terrence
A man reviews life from the
beyond. What will he learn?
Amazon
GOING UNDER THE RADAR
Honest, insightful, battling
autism/mental health - TWSA
Amazon
Arctic Dinosaurs
Her first Arctic year -
middle grade - free activities
Fathom Publishing
Social Media & Mental Health
‘’Empower your child to be
safe in the digital world’’
Amazon
Truth Was Once Taboo
New humanity, ancient
wisdom: spirituality reborn.
Amazon
Day & Night
A behind the scenes tour
and evening immersion!
Amazon
LADY IN RED
Teen sleuths search for
a missing masterpiece.
Amazon
I’m Going to Have a Sister
For new siblings teaching
patience & understanding
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Inspirational Mindset Journey
This book, therapy by power of
fiction, can alter your life.
Amazon
Starr of the Show
SEL shows a new squad how to
shine. MG Reader/School Issues
shinyfriendssupersquad.com
MaryLou
"An engaging, well-crafted
family drama" TWSA
Amazon
Children of the Realm
Girl finds mythical origins
in YA urban fantasy
Amazon
CHARLES DARWIN...
An entertaining learning
resource for curious kids.
www.alanhesse.com
Inspirational Mindset Journey
This book, therapy by power of
fiction, can alter your life.
Amazon
Momma Llama World
Free coloring sheets,
animated stories & more.
Meet Momma Llama
THE SOCIETY
Elizabeth Grant Thriller-woman
embroiled in a conspiracy
Amazon