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Time to Prepare for the 2026 CWA Communications Contest
The yearly CWA Communications Contest offers awards for media excellence in a variety of areas, including categories for journalism, broadcasting, fiction, photography, art, graphic design, and more. Anyone (including those outside the United States) can enter, so ready your submissions now! New work published or presented between January 1, 2025 and December 31, 2025 are eligible. More information coming soon!
Plans for the 32nd CWA Annual Conference in November
The CWA Conference Committee is pleased to announce that planning is underway for the 32nd CWA Annual Conference in Dallas, Texas. Save the date: November 6–8, 2026.
Sponsorship Opportunities for CWA Pet Industry Friends!
Our members can help the public discover your brand! The CWA Communications Contest and CWA Communications Conference offer you direct access to award-winning journalists, authors, and content creators who influence purchasing decisions. Learn more about Sponsorship Opportunities, or contact Conference Chair Andrea Dorn with questions at conference@catwriters.com.
The CWA Regional Retreat March 6-8, 2026
The Cat Writers’ Association will host the third annual CWA Southwest Regional Retreat March 6-8, 2026 at Castle Farm, Fort Smith, Arkansas. This budget-friendly feline-inspired retreat brings together cat-centric creatives types. Connect with fellow cat enthusiasts, share your work and get inspired. This group is a space to discuss writing tips, share your latest projects, and network with other creative individuals. Learn more about the retreat and sign up at South Central Regional Retreat
Thank You to CWA Charity Fundraiser Contributors
This year, CWA raised $1,811.00 for the non-profit organization, Indy Neighborhood Cats. The donation awardee was chosen by the CWA Conference Keynote Speaker, Dr. Randy Aronson. The donation will help support Indy Neighborhood Cat's TNR program, food pantry, and winter shelter program. Thank you to our award sponsors, PetSafe, Mau Pet, Wonderfold, and Red River Paper for fantastic prizes.
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Browse the Members' Book Directory
CWA is proud of our member authors and their publications. The Members’ Book Directory is a searchable database listing books by animal behaviorists, novelists, poets, short story writers, illustrators, and photographers whose works are sold through professional bookstores and online venues. Search the Book List and find your next cat book to read!
Members: If you’d like to submit your latest cat book, or if you have an update to an item in the directory, please fill out the submission form in the Members-Only Portal of the website.
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The password for the Members Only page of the CWA website has been updated for 2026 and shared with members by email. If you did not receive your password, please contact the CWA Secretary Jody Wallace. Also, be sure you whitelist the CWA's URL (*@catwriters.com) so that CWA emails come to your Inbox.
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