The Christy Amplify Award for Christian Fiction
“There’s a technical term for this kind of sacred story sharing called 'windows and mirrors.' You get to see a mirror of yourself when you read someone’s story. You get to enter someone else's experience and actually see yourself, which means that you're being reflected. You’re seeing them as human, and you’re seeing you as human.”
— Jevon Bolden, CEO of Embolden Media Group
Established in 2022, The Amplify Award for Christian Fiction was created through the collaborative efforts of publishers, authors, and literary agents of color to encourage, elevate, and recognize stories that reflect ethnically diverse perspectives. The award affirms The Christy Award® program's commitment to celebrating stories that more fully reflect the beauty and diversity of God's kingdom and the many voices through which His truth is shared.
To be eligible for The Amplify Award, a title must first be entered into one of The Christy Award's traditional categories before electing to be considered for this additional honor.
The recipient of The Amplify Award demonstrates excellence both within their Christy Award category and through authentic storytelling that draws from lived experience or cultural perspective. Through a distinctive literary voice and enduring themes, the winning work enriches Christian fiction while reflecting the breadth and beauty of God's kingdom.
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