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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: Terilynn Mitchell 

July 1, 2026 by CWA Website 4 Comments

image of author Terilynne Mitchell

Mollie Hunt’s interview guest today is Terilynn Mitchell. Terilynn is a semi-retired registered veterinary nurse who has cared for unadoptable animals for 30 years. She writes from experience and has a special soft spot for cats.

Filed Under: Blog, News Tagged With: author Terilynn Mitchell, cat adoption, cat rescue, cat writer, CWA member, Terilynn Mitchell, unadoptable cats

State of the Pet Industry 2026: The American Pet Products Association’s Overview of the Industry 

June 1, 2026 by adminMeow Leave a Comment

photo of white cat using cat products a Global Pet Expo

Fifty three million U.S. households (39% of all households) shared their homes with a cat in 2025, representing a 5% increase over 2024. These households are the audience for your cat-focused creative work.

Filed Under: News Tagged With: APPA, Best New Products, cat care, cat products, new pet products, pet brands, Pet expo, pet ownership by age, pet ownership statistics

Global Pet Expo 2026 Brings Exciting New Products to the World of Cat Care

May 15, 2026 by adminMeow 4 Comments

photo-showing-global-pet-expo-floor

Cat Writers’ Association (CWA) visited the Global Pet Expo trade show in Orlando, Florida. During the event, up to 3,300 booths showcase more than 1,000 pet brands and products.

Filed Under: Blog, Events, News Tagged With: APPA, Best New Products, cat care, cat products, new pet products, pet brands, Pet expo, PIDA

Who Are the Cat Writers’ Association: Janet Vormittag

May 1, 2026 by adminMeow 2 Comments

Image of Writer Janet Vormittag with cat

Michigan-based writer and animal advocate Janet Vormittag has authored multiple articles and several books, including the “You Might be a Crazy Cat Lady if…” memoir series. From 2006 to 2024, Vormittag published “Cats and Dogs”, a Magazine Devoted to Companion Animals.

Filed Under: Blog, Craft, News Tagged With: author Janet Vormittag, cat rescue, cat writer, Crazy Cat Lady, Janet Vormittag, memoir writer

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, News Tagged With: Amber Royer, author Amber Royer, cat writer, cozy fiction writer, science fiction writers, writing craft

Protecting Yourself against Spam and Scams: Trends and Warnings

March 17, 2026 by adminMeow 6 Comments

Cat protected against scams and phony offers.

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.

Filed Under: Blog, News, Social Media Craft Tagged With: data verification, deceptive scams, fake list offers, Protect against Scams, Protect against Spam, protecting data, scam tactics, spotting fraud

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

Making Sure Your Cats Are Cared for if You Become Incapacitated or Die

February 12, 2026 by adminMeow 3 Comments

A will containing instructions for cat care

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.

Filed Under: Blog, News Tagged With: cat care after death, cat care if owner dies, cat care when ill, cat care when sick, cat guardianship, choosing a pet caregiver, emergency pet care plan, estate planning for pet owners, pet care after death, pet care if I die, pet trust, pet will instructions, planning for pets after death, power of attorney for pets

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