Winners 2012
Below is a list of the 2012 WINNERS 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.
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)
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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Story and Structure
A book on story: 'beats Joseph
Campbell at his own game.'
Amazon
The Mystery of the Lost Avenge
Multilevel story/ghost/romance
forensics/WWII/espionage
Linda Maria Frank
NEW TRAILS
A queer portal fantasy of
magic, courage, and home
books2read
Jack's 1st Birthday Adventure
Journey to Jingle Jangle:
A fun story with activities!
Amazon
ARNI'S ADVENTURES
8 charming, silly, comic
stories to laugh at & enjoy.
Amazon
More Future Dreams/Nightmares
Award-winning SF short
stories of AIs and robots.
Donald Firesmith
MY SHADOW
A storybook for children
of parents with epilepsy
lulu.com
Beyond a World Apart
Story Nazis attempted to burn
based on historical events
Amazon
The Collective Consciousness
Embark on a journey into the
depths of the human spirit!
Amazon
Forever Boy
Isaac comes to realize his new
friend harbors dark secrets.
books2read
MaryLou
"An engaging, well-crafted
family drama" TWSA
Amazon
ANGELS
A YA LGBTQ+ emotional
rollercoaster.
'Perfect. 5 stars.'
LIVING AT THE EDGE OF THE
WORLD Swap Wi-Fi for Wildlife
Shetland Adventure 9-12
WINTER, Book 1
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Moonshine Mesa
Why are bees, crows &
humans dying at the Mesa?
Amazon
Book Love
YOUNG READERS become
WORLD LEADERS
Lorilyn Roberts
THOSE DARN STRIPES
A genuine read opening the
doors on love, life, & meaning
Amazon
From The Back of a Donkey
Fresh captivating look at the
Christmas Story told by Mary
by Nancy Elaine Hartman Minor
MORAL FIBRE
A Lancaster skipper, his crew
and the woman he loves.
by Helena P. Schrader PhD
Don't Look Too Tasty
Hungry aliens, missing
friends. Who can you trust?
Amazon
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Glitching Souls
Award-winning, Mind-bending,
Technothriller
Amazon
ANGEL OF ASHES
Award-winning epic YA
fantasy adventure series!
Amazon
Your Words Your Love
A dazzling explosion
of beauty for your soul.
books2read
Millie’s Magic
The little mouse
with a big heart.
Amazon
Gigglet Goes to School
Get your giggle on with
Gigglet. Perfect for 0 - 6 yrs
AMB Kids Books
Your Words Your Love
A dazzling explosion
of beauty for your soul.
books2read
Don't Look Too Tasty
Hungry aliens, missing
friends. Who can you trust?
Amazon
Rooted and Remembered
An orphaned boy wonders if
home is a place or a feeling.
Goodreads