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

May 15, 2026 by adminMeow Leave a Comment

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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

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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

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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 5 Comments

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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

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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

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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

The 2025 CWA Communications Conference: A Hit on Many Levels

February 1, 2026 by adminMeow 4 Comments

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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, […]

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CWA Communications Contest 2025

March 31, 2025 by adminMeow

The 2025 CWA Communications Contest is open! Submissions will be accepted through May 4, 2025. For more information, go to: Official 2025 Contest Page

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Together Again for Christmas – Jenny & Ellen

December 12, 2024 by adminMeow 3 Comments

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By Kathy M. Finley The unexpected death of two of my cats; the death of a close friend, a neighbor, and the parents of three other friends; another close friend with an aggressive form of breast cancer; and my own diagnosis of atrial fibrillation made 2024 an unbearable year for me. And then there was […]

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Celebrating 30 Years of Educating Cat Communicators

September 5, 2024 by adminMeow 7 Comments

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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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