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Winners 2012

Below is a list of the 2012 WINNERS 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.

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If you happen to be looking for a good read, the readers at The Wishing Shelf Awards thoroughly recommend the following:

The Red Boat by Hannah Cumming
Gold

The Red Boat
Author: Hannah Cumming
Rabbityness by Jo Empson
Bronze

Rabbityness
Author: Jo Empson

Christmas Steps. New Rhymes for the Season by Mary Ann O'Leary
Gold

Christmas Steps. New Rhymes for the Season
Author: Mary Ann O'Leary
Where's My Bloomers? by Jo Bright
Silver

Where's My Bloomers?
Author: Jo Bright
There's A Monster Under My Bed!  by Sammy Sutterton
Bronze

There's A Monster Under My Bed!
Author: Sammy Sutterton

Ante's Inferno by Griselda Heppel
Gold

Ante's Inferno
Author: Griselda Heppel
Chosen by Neil Harrison
Silver

Chosen
Author: Neil Harrison
James Clyde and the Diamonds of Orchestra by Colm McElwain
Bronze

James Clyde and the Diamonds of Orchestra
Author: Colm McElwain

Sun Fish, Moon Fish by Morag Lewis
Gold

Sun Fish, Moon Fish
Author: Morag Lewis
Neil's War by Neil W. Murphy
Silver

Neil's War
Author: Neil W. Murphy
FireSeed One by Catherine Stine
Bronze

FireSeed One
Author: Catherine Stine

Black Bird, White Bird by Peter Gauld
Gold

Black Bird, White Bird
Author: Peter Gauld
Dangerous Waters by  Anne Allen
Silver

Dangerous Waters
Author: Anne Allen
Black Eagle Force: Eye of the Storm,  by Buck Steinke & Ken Farmer
Bronze

Black Eagle Force: Eye of the Storm,
Author: Buck Steinke & Ken Farmer
The Flowers of Evil. An Entertainment by Simon Acland
Bronze

The Flowers of Evil. An Entertainment
Author: Simon Acland

India. Through Alien Eyes,  by Mohan & Narottam Mishra
Gold

India. Through Alien Eyes,
Author: Mohan & Narottam Mishra
Passing Through the Woods by David Gwilym Anthony
Bronze

Passing Through the Woods
Author: David Gwilym Anthony
The Sky's the Limit by Susie Bennett
Bronze

The Sky's the Limit
Author: Susie Bennett

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CAME A GENTLE WHISPER
A bittersweet, richly
layered historical romance.
by Rebecca A. Cathey


Finn's Funny Feelings
Helping children to manage
emotions in a healthy way
Amazon


Around the Globe
The Adventures of Squishy
and Boo, Book 3
Amazon


Escape From Peconic Bay
A novel of love, impending
war, and espionage.
books2read


The Stranger of Ul Darak BK 1
A new intriguing epic
high fantasy series
sceston.com


The Gemini Connection
An intriguing thriller that
will keep you hooked.
Amazon


Losing Austin
A gripping drama for teens
full of suspense & mystery
Amazon


LoveVortex ... Drakor's Curse
A voyage into the unknown -
and a terrible curse.
Amazon


SOUL WALK
Unexpected Gifts of Grief and
Connection to Those in Spirit
Amazon


Building The Beast:
The Comic Memoir
of a Crazy Idea!
Amazon


My Solo Wedding in Santorini
A true story. Honest,
thought-provoking & funny .
blogaboutl


50 SECRETS NOBODY TELLS YOU IN
IN HOLLYWOOD Helping actors
avoid pitfalls & find success
Amazon


The Boy and the Big White Rock
'...rewarding memoir of coming
of age in the 1960s.' KIRKUS
Barnes and Noble


If Roses Were Blue
A stolen dog, lady of
light, 3 rescues—Inspiring!
Amazon


Into the Thicket
Boy finds an injured rabbit
sparks heartfelt journey
Amazon


CLEAR-CUTS
In 72 hours, a legend, a lore
& 2 brothers will all collide
Amazon


THE WAY OF WATER
Brilliant YA Fantasy with
Magic, Mystery & Romance
Amazon


Bentley Makes a Dump Cake
A delightful, messy adventure
with joy, teamwork, & color
Miki Taylor


The War Ongoing: Knightfall
Knights embark on adventure
where sci-fi & fantasy collide
Amazon


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The Graffiti Killer
A mind unhinged on
the fulcrum of our age.
by David Milnes


MUMMY TRUMPS
A rhyming flatulent book that
is fun for all of the family.
Amazon


Secrets of a Social Butterfly
How I unstuck my life
and you can too.
Lynn Bruines


More Future Dreams/Nightmares
Award-winning SF short
stories of AIs and robots.
Donald Firesmith


BEAUTIFUL AND TERRIBLE THINGS
A NOVEL. Award-winning story
of social justice & friendship
Amazon





Mirrors & Smoke: A War of 1812
'A smartly plotted, character
novel set in 1800s Canada' WSA
Amazon/Audible


Truth Was Once Taboo
New humanity, ancient
wisdom: spirituality reborn.
Amazon


Marvelous Mood-Mending Meadow
Picture Book About Gratitude &
Dealing with Kids Emotions
Amazon


S.O.S. by Sue C Dugan
An exciting, time-travel
adventure for middle graders
Amazon