CHRISTIAN WRITER'S SUMMIT
Amplify: Writing to Fulfill God's Calling
Join our free Christian Writer’s Summit and unlock the tools and inspiration to fulfill your God-given calling to write. Sign up to view all sessions on-demand!
Why Attend?
You've been called to write, but where do you start?
Imagine finally finishing your book, filled with God’s wisdom, ready to impact lives. At Amplify, you’ll receive the inspiration, direction, and practical knowledge to make that vision a reality. You’ll also get connected with industry experts, access to exclusive resources, and learn how to engage with the speakers who have been where you are.
Why This Summit?
No Travel Required
Attend from anywhere at your own pace.
On-Demand Access
Watch sessions when it fits your schedule.
Learn from Experts
Learn from successful Christian authors and leaders.
Free Downloads
Access resources to kick-start your writing journey.
Meet the Experts
Becky Antkowiak
Equipping Christian Writers to Communicate Clearly and Connect
"Becky Blue” is CEO of the Christian Writers Institute and Executive Director of the 540 Writers Community, a 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to making free, stellar education accessible to every writer. An award-winning writer and editor with over 20 years of experience, she offers developmental editing, copyediting, and proofreading. Her favorite contribution at conferences—both in-person and online—is her signature introvert-friendly networking session. Known for clear, humorous communication and strong commitment to excellence and diversity, Becky Blue is dedicated to helping Christian writers make connections, experience encouragement, improve craft, and find publishing opportunities through CWI, 540, and the Write to Publish conference.
Zac Diamanti
Writing Fiction with a Faith Foundation
Zac Diamanti is the award-winning author of the Stone & Sky series, a classic epic fantasy adventure that draws inspiration from works like The Lord of the Rings. Diamanti's background is unique, having served as a USAF veteran during Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) and in ministry for over a decade. These experiences, along with his love for fantasy fiction, have shaped his writing style, which is known for creating complex characters and vast, immersive worlds. Zac lives in Colorado with his wife and children, where he continues to write and inspire through his fantasy fiction.
Paul Bartlett
Sharing God’s Message Through Your Books
Paul is the author of two books, Thank God It’s Monday and his most recent book Re-Think It. He is one of Australia’s leading voices influencing the way that the local church views its role in effectively engaging its community. Paul has been a spiritual leader to the National Basketball League, over 1,100 churches in ACC Community Engagement, 800+ students at Cedar Christian College, and across Australia with Mobilise Australia, a training and coaching program for churches to become the “church their city cannot live without.” Based in Wollongong, Australia, Paul has been married to his wife Annette for 36 years and has three adult children and three grandchildren.
Philip Duncan
Writing with an Entrepreneur Mindset
Philip Duncan is an award-winning and bestselling fiction author. He is a middle child, southern-raised author, who turned his "can-this-even-be-a-job?" love for writing into a full-fledged business. Through summits and one-on-one coaching, he has been the wind beneath hundreds of authors' wings, expanding their reader lists faster than you can say "Schrute Farms." Seven years married, two future bestselling kids, and countless episodes of "The Office" later, he is here to help you market your way to the top. One of his most popular workshops is “Email Marketing Made Easy for Authors,” which has benefitted several writers like many in our audience today and hopefully in the years to come.
Mindy Kiker
Tips for Getting Your Message Out of Your Heart and into a Book
Mindy Kiker is co-founder of FlourishGathering and FlourishWriters. For those desiring to write their God Story, she is a guide who helps birth their story from the heart to the page. Mindy’s passion for people was energized over a decade in South Africa where she worked in Adult Education, Community Development, and Entrepreneurship. Mindy makes her home in Florida with her husband and four sons.
Daria White
How to Write with No Time
For Daria, it never crossed her mind to publish her writing until she was in college. So, she took a chance and self published. It worked! Daria started with sweet romance novels and branched out with books in cozy mystery and Christian fiction. She launched her author business to mentor fellow authors challenged with time management and writing consistency. Because of her mentorship program, No Time Writer, over 300 authors worldwide have written over 100,000 words.
Sharon Gamble
Tips On Writing a Devotional/Bible Study
Sharon Gamble is the founder and director of Sweet Selah Ministries, a ministry that encourages women to ‘take time to know God and love Him more and more.’ She is a wife, mother, grandmother, blogger, and frequent speaker at women’s events. Sharon enjoys helping women develop their relationship with God through her writing, relationships, and speaking engagements.
Terry Harris
Navigating the World of Publishing Options
Terry Harris is the founder of Harris House Publishing and its imprint Torch Runner Books. She is passionate about her faith in God and living life on mission, two things she's tried to weave into her career as an author, editor, and publisher of Christian literature. Since 2010, she's had the joy of editing and publishing award-winning Christian non-fiction written by amazing authors. Her prayer is that Christian stories will bring comfort, strength, hope, and healing to many.
Paul Gibbs
How Books Impact Your Ministry
Paul Clayton Gibbs is the Founder and Global Director of Pais, an international movement of missionaries making missionaries. A visionary who seeks to advance the Kingdom of God, Paul pioneered Pais as an inter-denominational youth and schools ministry, and has overseen its expansion into churches and businesses covering six continents. Paul teaches throughout the world on topics which include pioneering, leadership development, and the Kingdom of God.
Karen Sebastian-Wirth
Answering God's Call to Write
Karen Sebastian-Wirth is an author, podcaster, speaker and serial entrepreneur who candidly shares from the rich experiences of her life. Affectionately known as The Hope Lady, Karen takes every opportunity to inspire hope in others.
As a widow, she took brave steps forward to fulfill God’s calling on her life and has not stopped doing what only she can do. She has remarried and works side by side with her husband, Dr. Rodney, in a thriving chiropractic wellness center. She continues living a life full of hope and purpose.
How It Works
new sessions go live.
pre-recorded sessions.
for your writing.
What You Will Get
Exclusive Video Sessions
Access inspiring interviews and teaching from Christian authors and experts.
Practical Tools
Resources and insights that help you take actionable steps toward writing your book.
Learn from Experts
Gain wisdom from authors and speakers who have been in your shoes and successfully navigated their writing journeys.
Frequently Asked Questions
The summit is completely free! Just register to get access to all the sessions.
No, the sessions are pre-recorded and available on-demand, so you can watch at your convenience.
Once registered, you will have unlimited access to the sessions, so you can revisit them whenever you need.
No experience is necessary! This summit is designed for Christian writers at all stages—whether you’re just starting or already have books published.
Client Testimonials
*Some authors shown are from our parent company Harris House Publishing
Made my dreams come true as an author. Their careful attention to detail, respect for my opinions, and collaborative approach to creating a book made me feel seen and valued.
I’m thankful they are people who I can run alongside that believe in submitting time and talent to Jesus, and in expressing His unending love in creative ways through our words.
Publishing a book with Torch Runner was both fun and rewarding. [They have] a great spirit and made the process easy and efficient. I was very pleased with the final product.
Step Into Your Calling
Don’t miss out on this chance to learn from experienced Christian authors and speakers who will guide you on your journey. Sign up now to be notified when each session is released, and gain lifetime access to valuable content that will inspire and equip you to share your message with the world. Join us today and take that first step toward your book!
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