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Back to Basics, the 2023 CWA Communications Conference

August 10, 2023 by librarian 2 Comments

By Andrea Dorn, Cat Writers’ Association Vice President and 2023 CWA Annual Conference Chair. At the Cat Writers’ Association’s 2023 Virtual Communications Conference on October 14-15, learn from experienced and knowledgeable presenters at an established, well-respected writers’ conference. Hone your writing techniques or learn about the latest high-tech writing tools from experts, all with your […]

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The Intrinsic Value of CWA Membership and Why to Get Involved

June 29, 2023 by librarian 20 Comments

By Deborah Barnes I have a lot of history with the CWA. I was accepted into the Cat Writers’ Association (CWA) in October 2011. Since that point, I’ve volunteered for nearly every committee there is (even chairing some of them). I’ve also been a Council member, Vice President, and even President from June 2018 to […]

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Introducing the 2023 CWA Communications Contest

April 6, 2023 by librarian 5 Comments

By Katherine Kern, Contest Chair 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 […]

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Reflections on My Life with Gatsby

March 23, 2023 by librarian 21 Comments

By Robert J. Smith I’m saddened to announce the passing of my cat, Gatsby Smith. His passing prompted me to reflect on the bond we shared and the impact he had on my life and work. Gatsby lived to the ripe old age of seventeen and is survived by two cat brothers, a dog brother, […]

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FAREWELL, JOE GREY

February 23, 2023 by librarian 12 Comments

“…If I would create a tale to grip my heart, I would do well to pay attention to my little cats’ fierce passion and sly delight.” So reads the closing sentence of Shirley Rousseau Murphy’s autobiography.  It was with deep sadness I learned that longtime member of the Cat Writers’ Association Shirley Rousseau Murphy passed […]

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What is the New CWA Blog?

January 12, 2023 by librarian 3 Comments

A New Year! Welcome, everyone, to a brand new year! The Cat Writers’ Association has great plans for 2023, including rolling out the newest incarnation of the CWA Blog. In fact, this is the very first post! It’s been a while since CWA had a consistent blog presence, which seems silly when we consider the […]

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Please thank our 2022 CWA Conference Sponsors!

October 15, 2022 by Katherine Kern Leave a Comment

Please thank the 2022 CWA Conference Sponsors! The Conference and Awards would not be possible without them! Sponsor list

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2022 Muse and Special Award Winners

October 15, 2022 by Katherine Kern Leave a Comment

Please congratulate all our Muse Medallion and Special Award Winners! The complete list for 2022 may be found here.

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Members’ Book Directory

June 29, 2022 by Rachel Loehner 2 Comments

We are excited to announce that the new Members’ Book Directory is now live! From the CWA website, click on the menu’s Book List tab to view our members’ cat-themed books! 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 […]

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Paula A. Gregg, Ph.D., Living and Learning with Purebred Cats Special Award

June 1, 2022 by Rachel Loehner Leave a Comment

The Cat Writers’ Association is pleased to announce the 2022 Paula A. Gregg, Ph.D., Living and Learning with Purebred Cats Special Award! This one-time Award, in memory of Paula A. Gregg, Ph.D., will be open for entries from June 1 to July 15, 2022. The Paula A. Gregg, Ph.D., Memorial Living and Learning With Purebred […]

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