By Andrea Dorn and Lynn Thompson Join the Cat Writers’ Association’s 2024 Virtual Conference on October 18 and 19, as we celebrate 30 years of providing educational opportunities for written, visual, and audio forms of communication. Once again, we have a diverse panel of speakers and several surprises for our attendees. And, if you are […]
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Through My Cat’s Eyes
By Emily Hall Warmth spreads through my body as I stretch out and roll over in the grass. Sun puddles through a window are great, but they don’t come close to the outdoor ones. It’s like I’m one with the Sun. I lie there with my eyes closed, basking in that warmth, but then I […]
Who Are the Cat Writers’ Association: Kathy M. Finley
By 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 Cat […]
Who Are the Cat Writers’ Association: Dusty Rainbolt
By 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 Cat […]
Celebrate Craft for Your Local Shelter Day: 5 Easy DIY Cat Toys
by Emily Hall Looking for a way to give back to your local animal shelter? Now is the perfect time since Craft for Your Local Shelter Day is coming up on July 21st! Animal shelters can always use donations and supplies, and shelter cats can always use more toys, playtime, and enrichment. Plus, it’s always […]
Who are the Cat Writers’ Association: Judith Ayn
By 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 Cat […]
Romancing the Stone, er, uh, Story
By Andrea Dorn. I used that title because the movie “Romancing the Stone” wrangled a reclusive romance writer into an adventure with a treasure hunter to find a precious stone. The title, to me, means discovering the stone. Recently in the CWA Zoom Chat, our discussion surrounded the topic of “Romance,” mainly because it was […]
Demystifying the CWA Contest: Your Questions Answered!
By Katherine Kern Are you passionate about creating cat-specific content? Then sharpen your claws and pounce on the Cat Writers’ Association (CWA) Communications Contest! This annual competition celebrates excellence in cat-focused media of all types. Whether you’ve entered the Contest before or this is your first time, this guide answers your frequently asked questions about […]
My Voice(s)
By Mollie Hunt A few days ago, the topic of the CWA Bi-weekly Zoom Chat* was “voice.” With sixteen published titles—twelve cozy mysteries, one standalone mystery, three sci-fantasies, a memoir, and a book of poetry—voice has been an important aspect of my work. An author’s voice is like the nose-print of a cat—no two are […]
The CWA Communications Contest: the Basics
By Katherine Kern The CWA Communications Contest recognizes entrants for excellence in cat-specific content in a variety of media. The Contest includes two sections: the regular and Special Award categories. Winners in the regular categories receive the CWA’s coveted Muse Medallions, and winners in the Special Award categories receive cash prizes. Except where noted, the […]