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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Truth Was Once Taboo
New humanity, ancient
wisdom: spirituality reborn.
Amazon
TAILS
A magical story children will
love; and probably adults too.
by WJ Scott
The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes
GIRARD'S JOURNEY
A SNAIL'S TALE
A heartwarming tale
of finding where you belong
THE FOUNDLING
A foundling rises to
reclaim his stolen birthright
Amazon
Burt: The Airport Cat
Heartwarming cat adventure
about friendship!
by Christine Henry
Churchill’s Secret Army
WW2 courage and sacrifice
in the undercover SOE
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RIVER WITCH
A haunting, emotional tale
of magic and purpose.
Amazon
THE FISH TANK - short stories
NARRATIVES ABOUT LIFE, EXILE,
GHOSTS…AND MURDER.
books2read
Terracolina: A Place to Belong
Adventure for 9–13 yr olds
with twists, turns & suspense.
Amazon
Clouds on the Ground
Poems exploring natural beauty
and the realm of dreams
Amazon
POLE TO POLE (Book 4)
A fast-paced MG graphic
novel on climate change
The Adventures of Captain Polo
The Faraway Mountains
A memorable novel about
growing up under dictatorship
Amazon
Into the Thicket
Boy finds an injured rabbit
sparks heartfelt journey
Amazon
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Illustrators, Writers, Blurbs,
Editors, Layout Designs
Metaworx
The Third Estate
WHEN THE TRUTH SURFACES
AND THE LIES are REVEALED
Amazon
The Ghost of Neil Diamond
A tribute artist scales
the Great Wall of China.
by David Milnes
The Boy from the Night Sky
Thrilling fantasy adventure
for all ages.
Amazon
My Year at the Good Bean Cafe
A riveting tale of unlikely
and inexplicable events.
Amazon
Soar: A Soul's Quest
A young eagle on a quest of
self-discovery & enlightenment
Amazon
Three Children's Stories
Child-approved SEL story
time plans & activities
by Adria Chalfin
The Devil has Spoken
2020: The Devil has created a
virus that won't discriminate
Everand
The Shadow of the Volcano
A thrilling 'time travel'
adventure for 7 - 13 yr olds.
Amazon
Growing up Hadley
A story to shatter your heart
then mend it anew.
danawritesbooks
Terracolina-A Place to Belong
Magic & wonder collide
in this bold MG adventure
by Carla Kessler
Popina & Slumberina
Join in a Magical Journey of
Growth and Self Discovery
Amazon
Connecting Threads
A graphic memoir of
resilience and hope
Amazon
AT RECEPTION
Will Sally fall for the charms
of a guest? ADULT FICTION
by Galahad Porter
Aunty Jane Knits Up A Storm
Knitting, Friendship, Loss &
Healing in a Children's Story
Amazon
BEAUTIFUL AND TERRIBLE THINGS
A NOVEL. Award-winning story
of social justice & friendship
Amazon
Tree Singer
Direct, engaging YA quest with
a delightful focus on family
by Jacci Turner
A QUEST FOR HIDDEN THINGS
A cozy, coming-of-age
fantasy adventure
by Karen Eisenbrey
Soul Release
An epic fantasy action
adventure in a world of magic.
Amazon
The One Week Writing Workshop
7 Days to Spark, Boost
or Revive Your Novel
Karin Adams
Smurgle The Windy Dragon
By Jane Clack, ill. by Lucy
Nicholson. A FUN PICTURE BOOK!
Amazon
The Madigan Chronicles
Witchy - Spellbinding - Addict
Urban Fantasy
by Marieke Lexmond
THE SIGIL MASTERS
Face-paced and engaging
Young Adult epic fantasy.
Amazon
Moonshine Mesa
Why are bees, crows &
humans dying at the Mesa?
Amazon
Hecatomb of the Vampire
5 horror tales link in book 1
of The Dark Rituals Saga
Amazon
LEGACY
A character-driven sci-fi/
fantasy with a twisting plot.
Amazon
Don't Look Too Tasty
Adventure: 9- to 12-year-olds:
twists & suspense!
by P G H Hannaford
MERRYSHIELDS
A magical, action-packed
portal story for kids!
by Jen Jones
THE JEWEL OF WENZLO
An epic conflict
between rodent kings
Amazon
Lines in the Sand
Edgy and isolating. A perfect
memoir of loss and endurance.
F. Scott Service
Mother To Elephants
A Beautiful Tale of
Care and Compassion
Amazon
Truth Was Once Taboo
New humanity, ancient
wisdom: spirituality reborn.
Amazon
Finn's Funny Feelings
Helping children to manage
emotions in a healthy way
Amazon
A Misfortunate Misfit
Incredible true story of a
man saving his own life
Amazon
The Coach Trip
A light- hearted,
mid-life, comedy romance.
by Morag Clarke
ADAMS MORGAN FUGUE
a novel
A neighborhood love story
Amazon
GOING TO MEET DAD
A playful and sensitive tale
about braving the unknown
by Kathleen Nord Heinz
The Boy and the Big White Rock
'...rewarding memoir of coming
of age in the 1960s.' KIRKUS
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The Other Lotus Girl
He was buying tea.
She was running for her life.
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The Halloween Candy MONSTER
Jimmy teaches the Halloween
candy monster a lesson
Amazon
Of Mountains and Seas
A multigenerational urban
fantasy mystery.
Amazon
Burt: The Airport Cat
Heartwarming cat adventure
about friendship!
by Christine Henry
The Day After His Crucifixion
Jesus' women followers
finally tell their stories
by Merikay McLeod
Escape From Peconic Bay
A novel of love, impending
war, and espionage.
books2read
THE JEWEL OF WENZLO
An epic conflict
between rodent kings
Amazon