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So, You Want to Start a Podcast? Nine Steps to Take Before Jumping Into the Deep End

August 1, 2026 by CWA Website 3 Comments

Clark Greer and his cat Maddie at microphone

Clark F. Greer, author, host of “The Hissing Feline” podcast, and founder of Derecho Cat Media, shares nine steps to consider when creating your first podcast show.

Filed Under: Blog, Craft, Marketing, Business, & Social Media, News, Social Media Craft Tagged With: Clark Greer, Creating a podcast, How to podcast, Podcasting, Podcasting for beginners, Starting a podcast

Tips about Writing from a Successful Freelance Writer/Editor

July 16, 2026 by CWA Website 3 Comments

Ruth E. Thaler-Carter's freelance editor writer cat

Serendipity — Just as I was starting to think about writing about writing something for our CWA Blog, I received a post from Ally Machate, owner of the Writer’s Ally, that opened with: “Most writing advice sounds like a list of things you’re not allowed to do anymore.

Filed Under: Blog, Craft, News, Writing Craft Tagged With: author Ruth Thaler Carter, cat writing, editor Ruth Thaler Carter, the writing process, writing advice, writing craft, writing tips

Who Are the Cat Writers’ Association: Amber Royer

April 15, 2026 by adminMeow 2 Comments

Writer Amber Royer with tuxedo cat

Our guest today is author Amber Royer. Royer writes the “Chocoverse” comic telenovela-style, foodie-inspired space opera series, and the “Bean to Bar Mysteries”. Her workbook/textbook “Story Like a Journalist” and her “Thoughtful Journal” series allow her to connect with writers.

Filed Under: Blog, Craft, Profile Tagged With: Amber Royer, author Amber Royer, cat writer, cozy fiction writer, science fiction writers, writing craft

IT’S A MYSTERY: My Story and the Cat It Rode in on

March 1, 2026 by adminMeow 7 Comments

Mysterious-cat-for-cat-mystery-novel

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…

Filed Under: Blog, Craft, News Tagged With: cozy mystery genre, fiction writing hooks, fiction writing settings, fiction writing villain, mystery writing crimes, mystery writing motives, mystery writing sleuths, Plotting Mysteries, writer Mollie Hunt, writing a mystery

Who Are the Cat Writers’ Association: Krista Schulte

January 8, 2026 by adminMeow 2 Comments

selfie of woman holding gray and white cat in her arms

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 […]

Filed Under: Blog, Craft, Profile Tagged With: Krista Schulte, writer, writing craft

Who Are the Cat Writers’ Association: K Colitti

October 16, 2025 by adminMeow 4 Comments

K Colitti - woman laying down on bed with cat on her chest

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 […]

Filed Under: Blog, Craft, Profile Tagged With: cat writer, K Colitti

Easy Black Cat Crochet Applique Pattern

October 2, 2025 by adminMeow 4 Comments

finished Black Cat Crochet Applique against a brick background

by Emily Hall Spooky season is upon us, which means black cats are all the rage right now. (Though as someone who shares their home with a black cat, I think black cats are all the rage all the time.) If you’re looking for an easy but fun crochet project to fit the season, my […]

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Who Are the Cat Writers’ Association: Ellen M. Laura

August 21, 2025 by adminMeow 5 Comments

long haired tabby cat

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 […]

Filed Under: Blog, Craft, Profile Tagged With: cat writer, Ellen M. Laura

Romancing the Stone, er, uh, Story

April 18, 2024 by adminMeow 5 Comments

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 […]

Filed Under: Blog, Craft, Writing Craft Tagged With: Cat Writers' Association, cats, writing

Demystifying the CWA Contest: Your Questions Answered!

April 4, 2024 by adminMeow 2 Comments

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 […]

Filed Under: Blog, Craft, Writing Craft Tagged With: Cat Writers' Association, CWA contest, writing

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