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2023 CWA Communications Contest


Each year, the Cat Writers’ Association selects the best entries and awards them with Certificates of Excellence. The highest-scoring Certificate-winning entry in each category receives a Muse Medallion at our Annual Awards Ceremony. Anything published during 2022 may be entered, and that includes writing, photography, art, graphic design, and more. Anyone (including those outside the United States) can enter, not just members!

Don’t forget to check out our contest sponsors!


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Regular Category-specific Rules & Descriptions

Special Award Descriptions

Important changes for 2023: Please read!

Regular Category Scoring Criteria

Regular Category Entry Form

Special Category Entry Form

Shojai Mentor Award Nomination Form

Michael Brim Distinguished Service Award Nomination Form

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Past Contest Winners (Muses & Special Awards)

For questions about the Contest, please contact the Contest Chair 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

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