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:
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CLEAR-CUTS
In 72 hours, a legend, a lore
& 2 brothers will all collide
Amazon
INTO THE BLAZE
A new trilogy where fantasy,
myth, and reality entwine
Amazon
THE SOCIETY
A NATION is on the brink...
Only 1 woman can stop it
Amazon
Azoria's Blade
They attacked her homeland.
Now, Azoria seeks her revenge.
Amazon
Around the Globe
The Adventures of Squishy
and Boo, Book 3
Amazon
A Misfortunate Misfit
Incredible true story of a
man saving his own life
Amazon
Nantucket Monsters
Island monsters on the sly,
live in the corner your eye
B. LAWSON HULL
Into the BeanStalk
Corrupt megacity, broken world
A girl hiding from her past
Amazon
THEY'RE ALL BARKING
Discover how your lifestyle
and emotions affect your dog
Amazon
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Quality partnership publisher
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LOOK AWAY NO MORE
A story rich in history & love
at a Georgia college in 1970.
Amazon
The Broken Wife
A gripping tale of love,
loss, and BETRAYAL.
Amazon
THE NIGHT SLAYER
Perfect for PERCY JACKSON fans
'Thrill-a-page, fantasy' TWSA
Amazon
REVOLUTION: A NOVEL
Comical misadventures in
modern Los Angeles
Amazon
Sea Change by Nick Bamford
'A gay romance and adventure
on a yacht at sea'
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Samurai's Gift Among Forest
A grieving child's journey
to healing her spirit.
books2read
B.A. Bellec
2 x Wishing Shelf
Award Recipient
Amazon
Rainbow Cat and Mouse
How a hungry cat and a feisty
mouse become best friends
Amazon
SOUTH KOREA
A nuanced & engaging analysis
of Korea's rise to prominence.
Amazon
The Lost Heir Book 1 and 2
Mash Princess Bride
+ dash of GOT
Amazon
Day & Night
A behind the scenes tour
and evening immersion!
Amazon
Finn's Funny Feelings
Helping children to manage
emotions in a healthy way
Amazon
THE FISH TANK - short stories
NARRATIVES ABOUT LIFE, EXILE,
GHOSTS…AND MURDER.
books2read
CALM POND
TOP 10 BOOK - 9 short stories
for 5 - 9 year olds
Amazon
Escape From Peconic Bay
A novel of love, impending
war, and espionage.
books2read
Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
London to life in Washington
in a family of secrets
Amazon
The Shadow Deception
Can a pranking pixie and a
grumpy angel save the world?
Amazon
Don't Look Too Tasty
Hungry aliens, missing
friends. Who can you trust?
Amazon
Sara My Sara
A moving tale of friendship,
loss, and the gifts of grief.
Amazon
Truth Was Once Taboo
New humanity, ancient
wisdom: spirituality reborn.
Amazon
THOSE DARN STRIPES
A genuine read opening the
doors on love, life, & meaning
Amazon
Pippin's Country Adventure
A happy fun educational read
about an adventurous poodle.
Amazon
MEMOIR OF A MANGLED MIND
Three minds. One body.
And nobody is safe.
Amazon
Bentley Makes a Dump Cake
A delightful, messy adventure
with joy, teamwork, & color
Miki Taylor
Oscar and Friends...
will help you along, sharing
a world where everyone belongs
mollyarbuthnott
CHARLES DARWIN...
An entertaining learning
resource for curious kids.
www.alanhesse.com
THE WAY OF WATER
Brilliant YA Fantasy with
Magic, Mystery & Romance
Amazon
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Find easy to understand
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The Third Estate
WHEN THE TRUTH SURFACES
AND THE LIES are REVEALED
Amazon
Starr of the Show
SEL shows a new squad how to
shine. MG Reader/School Issues
shinyfriendssupersquad.com
The Lonely Lighthouse Bogle
A quirky tale celebrating
the magic of friendship.
Amazon
Lucy Wants To go To School
Perfect for apprehensive
children starting school
Amazon
THE CURIST
Abby Steel hunts an evil
killer. Can he be caught?
Amazon
Beyond a World Apart
Story Nazis attempted to burn
based on historical events
Amazon
DRAGONDAH (9 - 12 year olds)
Solving ancient mysteries and
outwitting scheming villains!
Amazon
THE TRALL SERIES
Middle-grade portal
fantasies set in Australia.
by Gayle Torrens
The Mystery of the Lost Avenge
Multilevel story/ghost/romance
forensics/WWII/espionage
Linda Maria Frank
Arctic Dinosaurs
Her first Arctic year -
middle grade - free activities
Fathom Publishing
What Is the Shape of My Egg?
Introducing children to shape.
"An excellent STEM resource!"
Amazon
CREATIVE NONFICTION CONTEST
$1000 prize & publication.
Open internationally.
VINE LEAVES PRESS
Destiny Lives on Fairhaven St.
A father's true story to his
sons. Winner of 17 awards.
Amazon
Hanna’s Ascent
A lyrical story of transgender
history and triumph
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The Pivotal Pastor
A pastor and famous
architect transform a parish
Amazon
Your Words Your Love
A dazzling explosion
of beauty for your soul.
books2read
A Vampire's Tooth Fairy Chase
A vampire with flat teeth
searches for the Tooth Fairy.
Amazon
Look 'N Up Invasion
A clever mix of fantasy,
family drama & cultural debate
Goodreads
DRAGONDAH
The Secret Legacy
of Ottillee Bottomly
Amazon
Demons to Champions
A tale of neurodivergent
awakening and triumph.
Amazon
From The Back of a Donkey
Multi-award winning. A
captivating look at Christmas.
by Nancy Elaine Hartman Minor