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CatWriters @catwriters.bsky.social · Sep 1

For the 1st time since 2019, the CWA is going LIVE again for our annual conference! Workshops, networking, cat ears, swag bags, cat show book signing, banquet, “kittens,” & all.* catwriters.com/2025-cwa-ann... Friday and Saturday, October 24-25
Wyndham Indianapolis Airport, #Indianapolis, #Indiana

Black background with lime green writing promoting the Cat Writers' Conference

CatWriters @catwriters.bsky.social · 5h

📝"Who are the Cat Writers’ Association" is a series of interviews with CWA members. Today's guest? Non-fiction writer K Colitti!

👉Get to know her here: https://catwriters.com/who-are-the-cat-writers-association-k-colitti/

CatWriters @catwriters.bsky.social · 6h

FINAL CALL!!! Book your tickets to VIRTUALLY attend the 31st Annual CWA Conference on October 24 and 25 Tickets for virtual access will be available through FRIDAY October 17. (Tickets to the in-person event are no longer available.) https://catwriters.com/2025-cwa-annual-communications-conference/

CatWriters @catwriters.bsky.social · 1d

Shameless Appeal for Donations on behalf of Indy Cats! The Cat Writers' Association fall charity fundraiser is now live and ready to receive donations. DONATE and SHARE now for Indy Cats!!!

LINK: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/the-cwas-2025-fall-charity-fundraiser-to-benefit-indy-neighbor

CatWriters @catwriters.bsky.social · 1d

ARE YOU READY FOR NATIONAL FERAL CAT DAY ON 19th OCTOBER?

Alley Cat Allies created National Feral Cat Day in 2001 to raise awareness about community cats (aka feral/stray cats), & Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR).
Educate your community about Feral Cats.
https://globalcatday.org/educate/

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CatWriters @catwriters.bsky.social · 1d

Mollie Hunt launches her Crazy Cat Lady Cozy Mystery, “Cold Case Cat” on October 29th, National Cat Day. “Cold Case Cat” is the 12th instalment in the award-winning Series. "An injustice done, a murder unpunished." Paperback & eBook #cozy
Pre-order Kindle https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FSTGWQ3R

CatWriters @catwriters.bsky.social · 1d

🐾 1st Kickstarter Feedback & Follows Needed! 🐾 Ellen Laura is launching PussyCat Messages: StarBorn Descent as part of #Witchstarter Oct 20 a feline fantasy of portals, prophecy, & intergalactic vows. ISO thoughts on tone, images, & rewards 🐈‍⬛💫 #catsofbluesky https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/el

CatWriters @catwriters.bsky.social · 1d

Toni Eames, CWA member tells us "Not always fond of his role as cat, Yancha tried to be one of the dogs. He currently lives with Golden Retriever guide dog Bennett." How did this all happen? Read more �‘‰ https://lttr.ai/Aj0wy #CraziestCulinaryTheft #LovingGirlEntered #UnlikeCalmMeadow

CatWriters @catwriters.bsky.social · 2d

Be Positive! *** Help Feral Cats! *** HOW do I do something?
Community Cats Podcast has EVERYTHING YOU NEED:
Answers!
Colony Caretaking!
TNR Certification!
United Spay Alliance Conference!
Scholarships for those on a budget who want to learn!
https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/

CatWriters @catwriters.bsky.social · 2d

Time for Tabbies! CWA member Leah reflects on tabbies and the world of the cat blogosphere and gratitude in her lovely post. https://catwoodsporchparty.wordpress.com/2025/10/06/october-tabby-fest-thank-yous-and-this-and-that-news/ #catsofbluesky #cats #tabbies

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CatWriters @catwriters.bsky.social · 2d

🐾 1st Kickstarter Feedback & Follows Needed! 🐾 Ellen Laura is launching PussyCat Messages: StarBorn Descent as part of #Witchstarter Oct 20 a feline fantasy of portals, prophecy, & vows. ISO thoughts on tone, images, & rewards 🐈‍⬛💫 #catsofbluesky https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ellenmlaura/1527

CatWriters @catwriters.bsky.social · 2d

As a “mom” to six cats and one dog, Emily has been writing in the pet industry for over 10 years, with a focus on cat adventure, travel, training, and enrichment. Now check this black cat idea out!

Read more 👉 https://lttr.ai/AjjLb

#SweetBoySampson #PrivateFacebookGroup #SmallCrochetApplique

CatWriters @catwriters.bsky.social · 2d

The Cat Writers' are proud to introduce one of our sponsors in our Fall fundraiser. Meet superior quality paper manufacturer Red River Paper. To learn more about Red River Paper's premium papers and inkjet supplies, go here: https://redriverpaper.com/ #artists #qualitypaper

CatWriters @catwriters.bsky.social · 3d

Thanksgiving Day, is an annual Canadian holiday held on the 2nd Monday in October. Outside the country, it may be referred to as Canadian Thanksgiving (not the American holiday of the same name)!

Happy Canadian Thanksgiving to all Canadian CWA members and Canadian friends.

CatWriters @catwriters.bsky.social · 5d

Book your tickets to VIRTUALLY attend the 31st Annual CWA Conference on October 24 and 25 Tickets for virtual access will be available through October 17. (Tickets to the in-person event are no longer available.) https://catwriters.com/2025-cwa-annual-communications-conference/

CatWriters @catwriters.bsky.social · 5d

Mewla Young is a writer, cat lover, animal advocate, , she says many great books exist on writing good nonfiction. Here's some of them. Read more �‘‰ https://lttr.ai/Ajs9F #CwaZoomMeetUps #FeralTnrFail #GroundedScienceFantasy

CatWriters @catwriters.bsky.social · 5d

The Cat Writers' Association is proud to feature one of the gorgeous prizes in our Fall Raffle for Indy rescue cats! Meet the Wonderfold P3 Pet Stroller. #wonderfold Check it out here: https://wonderfold.com/products/p3-pe...

CatWriters @catwriters.bsky.social · 6d

Attention Indy folk, Indy cat lovers and YOU! The Cat Writers' Association fall charity fundraiser is now live and ready to receive donations. DONATE and SHARE now for Indy Cats!!!

LINK: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/the-cwas-2025-fall-charity-fundraiser-to-benefit-indy-neighborhood-cats

CatWriters @catwriters.bsky.social · 7d

During a recent meet-up, CWA Members discussed “Helpful Books About Writing.” Here we share some of our favorite tomes on writing both fiction and nonfiction.

Read more 👉 https://lttr.ai/AjbAW

#CwaZoomMeetUps #FeralTnrFail #GroundedScienceFantasy

CatWriters @catwriters.bsky.social · 7d

Small but positive steps in cat cancer treatment, reported by Amy Quinton. "New Cancer Drug Could Help Cats and People" #catsofbluesky #catsofmastodon #cancertreatment https://www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/news/new-cancer-drug-could-help-cats-and-people

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CatWriters @catwriters.bsky.social · 7d

National Pet Obesity Awareness Day is observed on the second Wednesday of October and is intended to raise awareness about pet obesity, which is linked to numerous health issues like diabetes, cancers, and heart disease. Insights and tips here >>> https://www.expressvets.com/blog/its-pet-obesity-awa

CatWriters @catwriters.bsky.social · 8d

A Really Fun CWA Decoration Idea. Make a handful of black cat appliques and string them together to make a Halloween-themed garland! Read more �‘‰ https://lttr.ai/AjZVz #SweetBoySampson #PrivateFacebookGroup #SmallCrochetApplique #FunCrochetProject #LargerProjectAppliques

CatWriters @catwriters.bsky.social · 12d

Have some crafty fun with this Easy Black Cat Crochet Applique Pattern: https://lttr.ai/AjdvQ

#SweetBoySampson #PrivateFacebookGroup #SmallCrochetApplique

CatWriters @catwriters.bsky.social · 13d

ATTENTION CAT LOVERS!!

The Cat Writers' Association fall charity fundraiser is now live and ready to receive donations. DONATE and SHARE now for Indy Cats!!!

LINK: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/the-cwas-2025-fall-charity-fundraiser-to-benefit-indy-neighborhood-cats

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CatWriters @catwriters.bsky.social · 13d

Join Community Cats Podcast and United Spay Alliance for an informative two-day virtual conference focused on all aspects of spay/neuter. #TNR #Spay #Neuter

$75 Fee+ appropriate taxes(Scholarships Available)(Replay Available) Reg & Info Link https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/2025-united-s

CatWriters @catwriters.bsky.social · 13d

Nine Great Books to Help Improve Your Writing: https://lttr.ai/Ajbcb

#CwaZoomMeetUps #FeralTnrFail #GroundedScienceFantasy