Finalists 2013
Below is a list of the 2013 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, 2014.
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:
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The Pathology of Graphology
Two citizens of the lower
depths kill an aging DJ.
by David Milnes
Angry Arthur
and The Run Around Trick
Learn to manage big feelings
Amazon
Touch of the Whimsy
Witty fantasy, this Castaway
romance is an enigma!
Amazon
Terracolina-A Place to Belong
Magic & wonder collide
in this bold MG adventure
by Carla Kessler
BOBBIN AND THE MAGIC THIEF
A broken rule. A stolen
friend. A faerie rescue.
books2read
From Patriarchy to Paradise
The script is flipped:
Women steer back to garden.
expandjoy
Law of Attraction Game Book
A playful 28-day guide
to joy, clarity, and ease!!
Amazon
THE FOUNDLING
A foundling rises to
reclaim his stolen birthright
Amazon
THE MALLARD MELODRAMAS
A captivating series of
Victorian Mysteries
by RJ Williams
The Day After His Crucifixion
Jesus' women followers
finally tell their stories
by Merikay McLeod
CALM POND
TOP 10 BOOK - 9 short stories
for 5 - 9 year olds
Amazon
Mother To Elephants
A Beautiful Tale of
Care and Compassion
Amazon
Drop the Fake Smile
How to stop people-
pleasing in relationships
Amazon
The Ghost of Neil Diamond
A tribute artist scales
the Great Wall of China.
by David Milnes
ANGELS
A YA LGBTQ+ emotional
rollercoaster.
'Perfect. 5 stars.'
Terracolina-A Place to Belong
A fantasy to delight middle-
graders and nature lovers.
Amazon
FALSE NEUTRAL
One chance to finally
make sense of it all.
Amazon
The Book of Wisdom-ish
Adventure begins with
a book. And an A.
Amazon
SOUTH KOREA
Where old traditions and
modern change collide.
by John Gonzalez
Building The Beast:
The Comic Memoir
of a Crazy Idea!
Amazon
101 Ways to Wow! Our World
Insights, ideas, & actions
to WOW your life now!
Amazon
MERCY'S VIEW: BLACKOUT
Memoir - A runaway's reckless
re-entry into society
Amazon
Losing Austin
A gripping drama for teens
full of suspense & mystery
Amazon
The Other Side of Nowhere
A fast-paced page turner
southern gothic horror
by Jack Holt
The Broken Wife
A gripping tale of love,
loss, and BETRAYAL.
Amazon
MUPPIT BOY - ALLERGIES OF EVIL
"Suspense-filled, humor-filled
adventure for 9 – 12s" TWSA
by Michael J. Bowler
Tally and the Angel
Unstoppable middle-grade
adventures around the world!
by Eleanor Dixon
THE TRALL SERIES
Middle-grade portal
fantasies set in Australia.
by Gayle Torrens
Your Words Your Love
A dazzling explosion
of beauty for your soul.
books2read
KEEPERS OF THE ROCK
THE DEBILIS RISING-YA Fantasy
Seize the rock. Rule the world
Amazon
Popina & Slumberina
Join in a Magical Journey of
Growth and Self Discovery
Amazon
If Roses Were Blue
A stolen dog, lady of
light, 3 rescues—Inspiring!
Amazon
THE SOCIETY
Elizabeth Grant Thriller-woman
embroiled in a conspiracy
Amazon
The Madigan Chronicles
Witchy - Spellbinding - Addict
Urban Fantasy
by Marieke Lexmond
Sprout's Surprise!
A humorous story with
a gentle ecofriendly message
Amazon
The Devil has Spoken
2020: The Devil has created a
virus that won't discriminate
Everand
Into the Thicket
Boy finds an injured rabbit
sparks heartfelt journey
Amazon
My Solo Wedding in Santorini
A true story. Honest,
thought-provoking & funny .
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Dance Along
A curious cat, a magical
mirror & a world of twirls
Amazon
Secrets of a Social Butterfly
How I unstuck my life
and you can too.
Lynn Bruines
DRAGONDAH
The Secret Legacy
of Ottillee Bottomly
Amazon
DISCOVER YOUR NEXT INDIE
OBSESSION - Find & follow
indie books you'll love.
INDIEGUANA
MY SHADOW
A storybook for children
of parents with epilepsy
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Around the Globe
The Adventures of Squishy
and Boo, Book 3
Amazon
ANGEL OF ASHES
Award-winning epic YA
fantasy adventure series!
Amazon
Truth Was Once Taboo
New humanity, ancient
wisdom: spirituality reborn.
Amazon
The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes
My Year at the Good Bean Cafe
A riveting tale of unlikely
and inexplicable events.
Amazon
Happisad Memories
Where magic meets grief.
A page-turning novel.
by M.P.B. Clairette
Glitching Souls
Award-winning, Mind-bending,
Technothriller
Amazon
THE GIFT OF BELONGING
A compelling tale of love,
war & finding your way
by Cheryl Burman
The Monster Bones of...
A time travel mystery about
an ancient skeleton for kids.
by Linda Maria Frank
DOWN TO EARTH
Master the art of combining
logic with intuition
Amazon
Sea Change by Nick Bamford
'A gay romance and adventure
on a yacht at sea'
nickbamford.com
Lead the Competition
Read 100 Livestreaming &
Digital Media Predictions.
Amazon
Demons to Champions
A tale of neurodivergent
awakening and triumph.
Amazon
DREAMER OF DESTINY
Her dreams are calling to her.
Should she listen?
Barbara Pelham
LOOK AWAY NO MORE
A story rich in history & love
at a Georgia college in 1970.
Amazon
SUKIE – QUEEN OF CATS
A warm rescue-cat picture book
about finding family.
by Jan Falconer