ENTRIES FOR THE 2024 CWA CONTEST ARE CLOSED.
Stay tuned for the announcement of the 2024 Muse Medallion and Special Award winners during the Awards Ceremony on October 26, 2024. Also, bookmark this page to check for updates on the 2025 CWA Communications Contest.
Show us your best cat-focused work!
Don’t miss out on showing your fellow cat lovers your craft, being found by people who appreciate your work, and [maybe] winning big! Special Award winners receive cash prizes, while Regular Category winners earn much-coveted Muse Medallions.
Anything published during 2023, including writing, photography, art, graphic design, and more, may be entered. Anyone (including those outside the United States) can enter, not just members.
You may find more information about the contest in About the CWA Communications Contest.
Regular Category-specific Rules & Descriptions
Regular Category Scoring Criteria
Information For Volunteer Member Judges
About the CWA Communications Contest
Past Contest Winners (Muses & Special Awards)
For questions about the Contest, please contact the Contest Chair, Katherine Kern, at contest@catwriters.com.
Regular Category Entry Form – Entries are closed
Special Category Entry Form – Entries are closed
Shojai Mentor Award Nomination Form – Entries are closed
Michael Brim Distinguished Service Award Nomination Form – Entries are closed