Thursday, October 1, 2026

2026 Cat Writers' Association Certificates of Excellence


Over the past 10 years I'm honored to have won 19 Certificates of Excellence and 2 Muse Medallions from the Cat Writers' Association. On August 9th I learned that I added 2 more to my collection from the 2026 contest. It was Mudpie's Gotcha Day, which made it even more special.

These are the pieces I won them for...

Article, Feline-Human Bond, Long Good Night, Sweet Prince

Article, Feline Human Bond, Short Dear Mudpie

These pieces mean the world to me because they honor two cats that have had a tremendous impact on my life - Mo after his passing, and Mudpie after a decade together. Muse Medallions will be given out at the Cat Writers Conference in Dallas/Fort Worth in November. Just being a contender is such an incredible honor!

Never in my wildest dreams did I think such things were possible when I joined the CWA back in 2013. Cats are my greatest passion and being recognized for my creative endeavors involving them is truly a dream come true.

12 comments:

Meezer's Mews & Terrieristical Woofs said...

Congrats on this honor!

Lynn and Precious said...

That's a fantastic honor for you. How wonderful that you can write so well as you do. I always enjoy your writing about the kitties.

Brian's Home Blog said...

Congratulations from all of us for the most well deserved awards, we're proud of you!

carol l mck said...

'Write' proud of you ~ ^_^ ~ Congratulations and love the kitties ~ Hugs ^_^

Brian's Home Blog said...

Oops, I forgot to say thanks for joining Angel Brian's Thankful Thursday Blog Hop!

Eastside Cats said...

Great stuff, and deserved wins.

Peachy, Faye, Granny and Angels Binky and Stippie said...

Concatulations on your well deserved Award, Melissa. You must be very purroud of your mommy, sweet Mudpie and we have to admit, we are too😺Double Pawkisses for the both of you🐾😽💞

pilch92 said...

Congratulations!!! All your awards are well deserved. XO

catladymac said...

Concatulations !

Katie Isabella said...

Oh Melissa, I am so proud pf you. Just the title to the long one brought tears to my eyes.

messymimi said...

You've done fabulous writing! Congratulations!

Fur Everywhere said...

Concats, Melissa! You have always been a good writer. Mama says if you ever need reminding of that, you can just ask her. :)
Purrs,
Giovanni and Gabriel