Our guest today on Who are the Cat Writers’ Association? is John Riddle. John is the author of 41 books (including two cat-related titles!) and has worked as a ghostwriter on numerous projects. His byline has appeared in major publications all across the U.S., and he has written articles for more than 300 websites. He has been working out of his home office in Delaware as a full-time freelance writer, author, ghostwriter, and donut eater since 1996.
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Protecting Yourself against Spam and Scams: Trends and Warnings
By Freelance Writer/Editor Ruth Thaler-Carter.
Stay ahead of evolving spam and scam tactics. Learn how to spot urgent payment fraud, fake membership list offers, and other deceptive messages—and protect your organization, data, and reputation.
IT’S A MYSTERY: My Story and the Cat It Rode in on
Musings on Plotting Mysteries by Award-Winning Author by Mollie Hunt.
I chose writing mysteries because that’s what I love to read, especially the cozy genre that promises a happy ending. Read what you write, they say. It’s important to know what other authors are doing…
Making Sure Your Cats Are Cared for if You Become Incapacitated or Die
What would happen to your cat if you suddenly became incapacitated or passed away? Planning ahead ensures your pets are protected in an emergency. Learn the essential steps to designate caregivers, create short- and long-term care plans, and guarantee your cats are safe.
The 2025 CWA Communications Conference: A Hit on Many Levels
By Ruth E. Thaler-Carter, CWA Council Member “Live in 2025,” the 31st Annual CWA Communications Conference, was a smashing success, thanks to CWA President Lynn Thompson, the Conference Committee, our sponsors, and fabulous CWA members as speakers and attendees. You made this year’s conference a great time for all! The conference was held in Indianapolis, […]
A Cat Named Blue Bell
A short story by Judith Ayn Cat food breath, a cold wet nose, and the whisper of a “meow” constitute the usual 5:30 a.m. wake-up call in the bedroom of the Martin residence. Thomasina “Tommie” Gunn is the leading culprit. Sleek with short black fur and yellow-green eyes, she is lean and loving. Immediately, Old […]
Who Are the Cat Writers’ Association: Krista Schulte
In conversation with Mollie Hunt. Who are the Cat Writers’ Association? is a series of interviews with CWA members, but not your usual who, what, and where discussion. I like to ask a different set of questions and am always amazed by the answers. I hope you are too. Our guest today on Who are […]
The Benefits of Becoming My Cat
by Ruth E. Thaler-Carter There are times when I think I would like to become my cat. She can sleep whenever she feels like it, and for several hours at a time. I usually have to stay awake throughout the day, primarily for work, and am at that stage of life when I’m up at […]
Purrs Across Lifetimes: The Cats Who Returned to Me
by Ellen M. Laura Some loves arrive on four paws, cross galaxies, and find us again when the stars are right. The first time I met Shamus—a black Persian with eyes like molten amber—I didn’t yet know he would return to me in another lifetime, in another color, under another name. I only knew that […]
Halloween Cat Mysteries with The Petectives
By Robert J. Smith Yoshi and Gatsby, the stars of the Petectives series of books, discuss Halloween cat mysteries. Gatsby: Hello, blog readers! Spooky season is upon us, and there’s nobody better than the Petectives to talk about Halloween cat mysteries. Yoshi: And why is that? Gatsby: I’m an orange cat. You’re a black cat. […]