Enclave Publishing announced today that five of its titles have been named finalists for the 2026 Christy Awards. Enclave authors received two of the finalist spots in the Speculative category and three finalist spots in the Young Adult category.
The 2026 Enclave finalists are:
Speculative
- Of Dawn and Embers by Gillian Bronte Adams
- Maxine Justice: Public Offender by Daniel Schwabauer
Young Adult
- Illuminary by Chawna Schroeder
- Sons of Day & Night by Mariposa Aristeo
- The Star-Blessed by Angie Dickinson
“We are very proud of Gillian, Daniel, Chawna, Mariposa, and Angie,” said Steve Laube, Publisher for Enclave Publishing. “These are five very different books by five wonderfully talented writers. Having five Christy Award finalists in one year is something worth celebrating.”
About Enclave Publishing
Enclave Publishing specializes in speculative fiction for adult and young adult readers. Its list spans fantasy, science fiction, and supernatural stories, united by strong storytelling and a Christian worldview.
Media Contact
Trissina Kear, Publicist, Enclave Publishing
trissina@enclavepublishing.com
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