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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THE DARKWOLF SAGA (YA)
Embark on a harrowing journey
into fantasy and adventure.
Amazon
My Solo Wedding in Santorini
A true story. Honest,
thought-provoking & funny .
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A Good Day and Other...
A wide-ranging collection
of imaginative, funny stories.
Amazon
Chronicles of MatiLou/PerryAnn
Through it all the girls work
to save Mother Earth.
Amazon
MaryLou
"An engaging, well-crafted
family drama" TWSA
Amazon
WHEN JESUS CALLS
A Story of Undeniable Faith.
TWSA 2023 FINALIST
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Sea Change by Nick Bamford
'A gay romance and adventure
on a yacht at sea'
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Clifftop Farm in Wartime
A story of WW2
evacuated children
Amazon
Beyond a World Apart
Story Nazis attempted to burn
based on historical events
Amazon
The Pond of Reflection
A Fantasy Adventure - Teamwork
Friendship & Self-Discovery
Amazon
Story and Structure
A book on story: 'beats Joseph
Campbell at his own game.'
Amazon
DAUGHTER OF SPIES
Wartime Secrets, Family Lies
A FINALIST in TWSA
Amazon
Churchill’s Secret Army
WW2 courage and sacrifice
in the undercover SOE
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From The Back of a Donkey
Fresh captivating look at the
Christmas Story told by Mary
by Nancy Elaine Hartman Minor
THE WAY OF WATER
Brilliant YA Fantasy with
Magic, Mystery & Romance
Amazon
Arni's Adventures
Pet dinosaur, bear, cat story
for the young reader.
Ashok
From Patriarchy to Paradise
The script is flipped:
Women steer back to garden.
expandjoy
Mother To Elephants
A Beautiful Tale of
Care and Compassion
Amazon
THE TIFFIN
Lost tiffin. Note gone astray.
A boy's search for family.
Amazon
THE SAD PRINCESS
Refinding joy with our
children is not a fairy tale
Amazon
The Pathology of Graphology
Two citizens of the lower
depths kill an aging DJ.
by David Milnes
Bentley's Fantabulous Idea
Embark on a whimsical colorful
journey filled with fun
MikiTaylor
The Faraway Mountains
A memorable novel about
growing up under dictatorship
Amazon
LOOK AWAY NO MORE
A story rich in history & love
at a Georgia college in 1970.
Amazon
JUST RIVER
Hilarious and grave.
A story of resilience.
Amazon
Lead the Competition
Read 100 Livestreaming &
Digital Media Predictions.
Amazon
Rider of the Wind
An exultant celebration
of the magic of music
Amazon
MERCY'S VIEW: BLACKOUT
Memoir - A runaway's reckless
re-entry into society
Amazon
If Roses Were Blue
Inspiring, heart-warming
adventure for ages 8 & up
Amazon
❜Twas the Day of Christmas
Join Marco, Pet Pom Dog
and Santa for the Holidays
Amazon
Plea to a Frozen God
A desperate trio appeals
to the God of Death.
Amazon
Law of Attraction Game Book
A playful 28-day guide
to joy, clarity, and ease!!
Amazon
Momma Llama World
Free coloring sheets,
animated stories & more.
Meet Momma Llama
Alphamind
Embark on a journey into the
depths of the human spirit!
Amazon
TALE OF THE ENGLISH TEMPLAR
Resistance to tyranny starts
with an act of compassion
by Helena P Schrader
The Princess and the Spy
A witty and heartfelt
YA fantasy mystery
Amazon
A Mixing Colour Adventure
Colour mixing, teamwork &
perseverance for 3 - 7 yr olds
Amazon
Soul Release
An epic fantasy action
adventure in a world of magic.
Amazon
DRAGONDAH
The Secret Legacy
of Ottillee Bottomly
Amazon
MORAL FIBRE
A Lancaster skipper, his crew
and the woman he loves.
by Helena P. Schrader PhD
A Lion's Head
Myth brought to life.
A fantasy novel for YA.
by D.M. De Alwis
Building The Beast:
The Comic Memoir
of a Crazy Idea!
Amazon
FALSE NEUTRAL
One chance to finally
make sense of it all.
Amazon
Lucy Wants To go To School
Perfect for apprehensive
children starting school
Amazon
A Portion of Malice
A thought-provoking thrill
ride into the apocalypse
Amazon
Tales Beyond Midnight
Dark, twisty and gripping.
You'll never stop at one.
by Kim Gravell
THE ART IN MY PALM
Queer coming-of-age tale
set in Cyprus & Australia.
by Luke Icarus Simon
THE MALLARD MELODRAMAS
A captivating series of
Victorian Mysteries
by RJ Williams
CALM POND
TOP 10 BOOK - 9 short stories
for 5 - 9 year olds
Amazon
POLE TO POLE (Book 4)
A fast-paced MG graphic
novel on climate change
The Adventures of Captain Polo
Drop the Fake Smile
How to stop people-
pleasing in relationships
Amazon
The One Week Writing Workshop
7 Days to Spark, Boost
or Revive Your Novel
Karin Adams
The One Week Writing Workshop
7 Days to Spark, Boost
or Revive Your Novel
Amazon
Adventures of Beryl and Carol
Award winning, clean teen
adventure for all ages.
berylandcarol
Mirrors & Smoke: A War of 1812
'A smartly plotted, character
novel set in 1800s Canada' WSA
Amazon/Audible
THE SOCIETY
Elizabeth Grant Thriller-woman
embroiled in a conspiracy
Amazon
Popina & Slumberina
Join in a Magical Journey of
Growth and Self Discovery
Amazon
Your Words Your Love
A dazzling explosion
of beauty for your soul.
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