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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A Rage To Live
A true boys' coming of age
story set during the Holocaust
Amazon
LADY IN RED
Teen sleuths search for
a missing masterpiece.
Amazon
Misty Black Media, LLC
Get your picture book designed
& formatted by a professional
www.mistyblackauthor.com
Anna and the Adders
A rhyming counting book
to get little ones learning
Amazon
A First Book of Microbiology
A fun learning journey
down the microscope lens.
Amazon
NEW TRAILS
One step changed his world.
One man changed his heart.
Amazon
Sea Change by Nick Bamford
'A gay romance and adventure
on a yacht at sea'
nickbamford.com
BURT, THE AIRPORT CAT
Follow Burt, the black cat,
on a fun family adventure
Amazon
VR,AR &AI in Special Education
Tech transforming special ed:
benefits, risks & apps
Amazon
Alphamind
Embark on a journey into the
depths of the human spirit!
Amazon
Oscar and Friends...
will help you along, sharing
a world where everyone belongs
mollyarbuthnott
WHEN JESUS CALLS
A Story of Undeniable Faith.
TWSA 2023 FINALIST
marthagayle
Bentley's Fantabulous Idea
Embark on a whimsical colorful
journey filled with fun
MikiTaylor
THE FOUNDLING
A foundling rises to
reclaim his stolen birthright
Amazon
A Novel about Life...and death
Will a mom's superhuman
efforts save her family?
Amazon/Apple
Gigglet Goes to School
Get your giggle on with
Gigglet. Perfect for 0 - 6 yrs
AMB Kids Books
THE PEBBLE CHAMPION
A stirring tale
of sadness and self-discovery.
Amazon
CHARCOAL BOY
Tudor London, boy, entangled
in politics, wins through
Amazon
Rainbow Cat and Mouse
How a hungry cat and a feisty
mouse become best friends
Amazon
The Pivotal Pastor
A pastor and famous
architect transform a parish
Amazon
The Beast Keepers
A young vet discovers a
world of mythical creatures
Amazon
DAUGHTER OF SPIES
Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
A FINALIST in TWSA
Amazon
Starr of the Show
SEL shows a new squad how to
shine. MG Reader/School Issues
shinyfriendssupersquad.com
50 SECRETS NOBODY TELLS YOU IN
IN HOLLYWOOD Helping actors
avoid pitfalls & find success
Amazon
No Death in Finding Nemo
Stories of mundane lives which
change in surprising ways
www.jeffreyfeingold.com
Terracolina-A Place to Belong
A fantasy to delight middle-
graders and nature lovers.
Amazon
Marco & Me
Stories & photos of the
adventures of a real dog
Amazon
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answers, top tips & more.
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THE CURIST
Abby Steel hunts an evil
killer. Can he be caught?
Amazon
HABITAT MAN
Midlife crisis meets eco-
fiction in heartwarming romcom
Amazon
Fenix and the Firework Fliers
Can Fenix save the Fireworks
when a firefly gets sick?
creativemovementstories.com
A Vampire's Tooth Fairy Chase
A vampire with flat teeth
searches for the Tooth Fairy.
Amazon
Sam & Me & the Hard Pear Tree
A personal account of
a mother’s ultimate loss
Amazon
I FEEL YOUR STARE
An Autobiography
BOOK AWARD WINNER!
Amazon
Children Who Dance in the Rain
A children's book about
gratitude and self-discovery.
Amazon
REVOLUTION
A contemporary
satirical novel
Amazon
MUMMY TRUMPS
A rhyming flatulent book that
is fun for all of the family.
Amazon
Master of Music - Marla Himeda
Book 1 of a unique,
inspirational fantasy series!
Amazon
WHINGEY WILLIAMS Term 1
Follow Whingey on her FIRST
adventure on Gower
Amazon
A Good Day and Other...
A wide-ranging collection
of imaginative, funny stories.
Amazon
SECRET SKY
Everybody wishes they could
fly - until it happens
books2read.com
Destiny Lives on Fairhaven St.
A father's true story to his
sons. Winner of 17 awards.
Amazon
PARIS BLUE, first love memoir
Classical music and first love
in the magical city of Paris
www.mybook.to
THE TRALL SERIES
Middle-grade portal
fantasies set in Australia.
by Gayle Torrens
Finn's Funny Feelings
Helping children to manage
emotions in a healthy way
Amazon
“Hatch Chile Willie”
offers children a heartwarming
tale of friendship
Amazon
Escape From Peconic Bay
A novel of love, impending
war, and espionage.
books2read
INTO THE BLAZE
A new trilogy where fantasy,
myth, and reality entwine
Amazon
The Shadow and the Scream
Stranger Things meets
Alice in Wonderland.
Amazon
The B-17 Tomahawk Warrior
"This happened in 1944 but
honored 80 years later!"
Amazon
DREAMER OF DESTINY
Her dreams are calling to her.
Should she listen?
Barbara Woster
Pebbles and the Biggest Number
A butterfly’s quest to
find the largest number
Amazon
Tales of Witches and Wyverns
Join Enid’s quest to save
friends from a fae queen
Amazon
The Collective Consciousness
Embark on a journey into the
depths of the human spirit!
Amazon
Changing Tide
A Thrilling First
Contact Novel
www.cougarproductions.com
THE MERMELF
Mystery girl. Mermelves arrive
Dystopian rebellion begins
Amazon
Social Media & Mental Health
‘’Empower your child to be
safe in the digital world’’
Amazon
Plea to a Frozen God
A desperate trio appeals
to the God of Death.
Amazon
Hecatomb of the Vampire
5 horror tales link in book 1
of The Dark Rituals Saga
Amazon