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.
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Who Are the Cat Writers’ Association: Janet Vormittag
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.
Who Are the Cat Writers’ Association: Amber Royer
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.
Protecting Yourself against Spam and Scams: Trends and Warnings
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.
IT’S A MYSTERY: My Story and the Cat It Rode in on
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…
Making Sure Your Cats Are Cared for if You Become Incapacitated or Die
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.
The 2025 CWA Communications Conference: A Hit on Many Levels
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, […]
CWA Communications Contest 2025
The 2025 CWA Communications Contest is open! Submissions will be accepted through May 4, 2025. For more information, go to: Official 2025 Contest Page
Together Again for Christmas – Jenny & Ellen
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 […]
Celebrating 30 Years of Educating Cat Communicators
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 […]