Note from the editor
Catness is all about Cats. Cat photos, cat artwork, cat stories. All welcome. If you have something to submit and want to be a writer, either add a comment at the Submission Guidelines section or email me: wezel2@gmail.com. Or you can just “Follow” us to read stories.
Editors
Louise Peacock
Louise Peacock is a writer, garden designer, Reiki practitioner, singer-songwriter & animal activist. Favorite insult “Eat cake & choke” On Medium since 2016.
Bruce Walker
Photographer, recovering bourgeois, coffee lover & multidisciplinary geek. Photo-genre best described as “Erratica”. Social: linktr.ee/bruce.walker
Writers
Bruce Walker
Photographer, recovering bourgeois, coffee lover & multidisciplinary geek. Photo-genre best described as “Erratica”. Social: linktr.ee/bruce.walker
Julie Amidon-Conklin
Sleepy, cat mom, dog door opener, queen of the unfinished project, coffee addict, avid reader. https://twitter.com/JulieConklin5
Drew Spangler aka Orlando Laser Lipo Services
Spa Owner, Writer. My husband Michael and my kids have four legs with fur some people call them cats. Twitter @OrlandoLipoServ drew.j.spangler@gmail.com
Erika Burkhalter
Photographer, yogi, cat-mom, lover of travel and nature, spreading amazement for Mother Earth, one photo, poem or story at a time. (MA Yoga, MS Neuropsychology)
Cynthia Giles
Writer at large, Ph.D. in interdisciplinary humanities. Persistently curious! Launching Complexity Press, Spring 2023.
Kirsty Hayden
From Ireland, living in London. Avid reader, writer and animal lover (especially my two adopted cats). Conservationist and amateur wildlife photogrpaher
Vi.Smith
I’m from the province of Styria in Austria and write about Food, Cooking, Austria and Life Experiences.
Anita Sud
An educationist for 30 years, I have a newly acquired love for blogging and enjoy penning my thoughts and experiences. https://medium.com/@anita.sud66
Mimi Bordeaux
Renegade of prose_+ creator of the troubled mentor-= abyss gaunt and drying on the line:+sinking memory flowing through subconscious mind: it's the dreamland
Franco Amati
Speculative fiction writer from New York. Editor of Scuzzbucket. For published work visit francoamatiwrites.com or buy me a coffee at ko-fi.com/francoamati
Lucia Siochi
Artist at heart, Technologist by trade. Lover of cats and coffee, life and laughter. Sharing my quirky point-of-view to help you.
Ryan Miller
Ying & Yang | Happy. Positive. Tech Savvy. Writer. Leader. Magnetic Person. Living Human Being. Dreamer.
Impolite Tulip
Sharing my personal experience with animals and my ~a bit too detailed~ knowledge about them. Convinced the world needs more animals to be a better place.
Muhammad Nasrullah Khan
His short stories are well-recognized internationally for his unique prose style. nasar_peace@hotmail.com
Christine Schoenwald
Writer for The Los Angeles Times, Salon, Next Avenue, Business Insider, and Your Tango Christineschoenwaldwriter.com
Karen Schwartz
Children's picture book author, fiction writer, personal essayist, kindness specialist, and lover of chocolate.
Terry Bowyer
Nature lover and an eternal optimist at heart. I love to write about personal growth and mental health.
Nadja Scarlett
“Witchy, not wicked” | Hodgepodge of stories from spooky fiction to nonfiction, and ALOT in between with a mix of quirky for extra fun!
Hammad A. Khalid
Reader | Writer | Thinker | Lifelong Learner | Curated in Health, Startups, Writing, Productivity, TV & more
Jose Luis Ontanon Nunez
Industrial Designer & Communication Coach. Dyslexia, History, & Trivia Writer. Father/Pet Lover — Top 1000 Writer, also on #Books, #Movies, #Reading & #Writing
Julia Miller
Weaving a tapestry of life writing about food, family, and felines. Get a free recipe ebook at https://www.juliamillerauthor.com/quick-and-easy-pasta-dishes
Harley Jane
Animal lover, numbers nerd, CPA. Writing on various topics including animals, personal growth, soul searching, entrepreneur journey, and some comedic relief.
Glad Doggett || Reader. Writer. Wanderer.
Lover of crossword puzzles & artfully crafted sentences. || https://gladdoggett.medium.com/membership
Ocean Anderson
Crunchy vegan treehugger. Foster cat hustler. Cyclist. Pedestrian. Hedonist. West Michigan.
Barb Dalton
Mum to 3 humans, 2 fur balls. Kiwi-Canuck. Nursing Instructor by day; rants, reminisces and rhymes by night.
Lucien Lecarme
For more truth bombs and weekly medicine to start living a more meaningful life, join the happy family back at my Substack https://lucienlecarme.substack.com
Joey Peterson
Bicoastal artist, writer, photographer, traveler, music lover, adventure seeker, cat connoisseur on a quest for enlightenment and spiritual renewal.
Anne Moul
Retired music educator who loves to write. Pet lover, choral singer and observer of the human condition. I blog at www.secondactstories.com
Diana Lotti
Freelance Writer & Photographer | Need a writer? Check out my portfolio at https://dianalotti.com/
Carla McCarty
Writer (MFA in Creative Writing), middle-school English teacher (25 years and counting!), college English instructor and crazy cat lady (owner of 21 cats).
Katie Churchward
Serving up the 30-something perspective from the frosty north. Lover of books, travel and a great cup of tea. She/her.
Consistent Contradiction
philosopher, psychedelics enthusiast, cat lover, communist, passionate about TV writing for social change.
Deborah Barchi
Deborah Barchi has recently retired from her career as a librarian and now has time to read, explore nature, and write poetry and essays.
Ava Marie LaMonica
Screenwriter/creative writer/lifestyle and film blogger. IG: @thecelluloidwallflower. Email: lamonicaava@gmail.com
Eleanor Annay
Writer who seeks her niche. Get your copy of Planner for writers on Medium https://eleanorannay.gumroad.com/l/planner
Scott Ninneman
Editor of Speaking Bipolar on Medium and author of SpeakingBipolar.com. You can thrive with mental illness. Links: https://speakingbipolar.com/socialmedia
Michael Thorn
Writer, photographer - Novel in progress: https://medium.com/the-adventures-of-claud-without-an-e
L.A. Strucke
Top Writer, Songwriter. Published in Chicken Soup for the Soul, Highlights for Children and Guideposts. Editor of The Creative Project.
Richa Khare
Writer at heart ❤️, blogger by passion, I like to write about my experiences in life and have made a sweet home for my thoughts at www.richakhare.com
A.M. Radulescu
Certified bookworm, published author, hopeful dreamer, advertising professional. Writing about life and self-growth. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09JRJ3P5T
srstowers
high school English teacher, cat nerd, owner of Grading with Crayon, and author of Biddleborn.
Sandra Ivonne
Veterinary Assistant, abstract painter, bisexual, Mexican American, dog/cat mom & lover of coffee. I write about pet care, and whatever else strikes my fancy.
Jacob Flanders
cosmos, earth, life, thought, feeling, meaning, arts, words & some other things, besides
David Bryson
I am a writer, photographer and an educator. More of my photographs can be seen at https://photolibrary.cladonia.co.uk/
Sally Prag
Wilfully niche-less, playfully word-weaving. Rethinking life through my words. Sometimes too seriously, sometimes not seriously enough.
Victoria Suzanne
NCTJ-qualified journalist and editor. Follow my true crime publication @Crime-Scenes.
Patrick OConnell
I embrace only AuthenticEngagement! - Writer4Reciprocal&FollwerBoosterHub-Editor4ILLUMINATION Pubs-Top Writer in Ideas! My Portfolio: https://protectmykid.us
Maeli Santos
For existence, for expression and a mix of both — an outlet. A Nurse, so romantically attached to reading, writing and poetry, she tries to pen her own.
Kitty Williams
writer of sad poetry & essays on feminism, politics, LGBTQ, religion & whatever else I feel like. bookworm, stargazer, daydreamer & devoted mom to fur babies
Jenni Klock Morel
Writer | Adult Figure Skater | Cat Lover — Figure skating taught me that it’s never too late to do what you want to do, to become who you want to be.
Jay Krasnow
Former CIA officer | Most-definite Southpaw — Mind Cafe | Better Marketing | Writers Cooperative | Publishous — Tweet: @JayKrasnow
Andrea Kennedy
Web developer. Historian. Artmaker. Writer. Science, Technology and Medicine Enthusiast.
The Introverted Vet
Emergency Veterinarian in Australia | Advocating for vet mental-health & public awareness of our profession | @introvertedvett
Ivy the Ginger Ninja
BSc (Psych), DipFamHist. I am a NINJA! (Or so I’ve been told, and they can’t take it back now, I’ve already had t-shirts made).
Don Drewniak
U.S. Army Veteran. Retired science/math teacher. Author of The Junk Picker and Desert Assassin, plus a bunch of other stuff. I reciprocate all reads.
Tracy.3
(they/their) I'm a vegan Guatemalan-El Salvadorian-American writer, filmmaker, & teacher in Thailand. Your support is appreciated: ko-fi.com/tracydot3
Scot Butwell
I am embarrassing according to teenage son. My jokes are terrible and I don't know when to stop annoying my son. I am the dad of an autistic son. A funny kid.
Haylee Griffith
18 years old, 4X winner- Best of State Student Journalist — I like cats and spend too much time on TikTok, Contact: httpshaylee374@gmail.com
Lee Blackwood
aka the Tasteful Traveler. Copywriter. Chef. Your basic Renaissance gal. I can bring home the bacon, fry it up in a pan, then write about it, & $ell the story.
Michele Baumgardner
Former Examiner.com Child Development writer and 4-year blog writer. Then life got in the way. Starting anew with Medium; I'm excited!!
A. Alexander (Alex)
I love photography & writing. I’m a human/animal right’s activist & an environmentalist. My favorite quote is: “Be the change you want to see in the world.” 💯
Susan Alison
Paints pictures & writes stories for a living. Dogs appear in the art, & the humour — a lot! (Dogs have much to say about life.) Can be found at SusanAlison.com
Holly Gillfeather
FKA Lyra Blackwood. Content creator. Fantasy book nerd. Hangs out in the wellness and new age sections of the bookstore. Frequently bossed around by her 2 cats.
Drake J. Stone
Accidental plant-based househusband, geographer, Insanity workout addict, and world’s worst day trader. For more info: https://medium.com/mr-drake-stone
Jillian Amatt - Artistic Voyages
Sharing authentic experiences from my life as an artist, nomad / traveler and serious steward of our beloved planet. I aim to Spread Love Through Art.
nareeta martin
Becoming a Wise Woman, Learner of Things, Grandmother and Other Things, Writer, Painter, Photographer, Traveler, Gardener, Animal Advocate, Kiwi, Not Always PC.
Zara B
Student of life — Big on reflection and creating an impact — Passionate about helping people and sharing my wisdom — Also a cat mom
robert porter
Top writer in MOVIES, Robert writes on self-improvement, mental health, conservation, movie reviews, screenwriting and (God-forbid!) bagpipes.
Kasturi Patra
Writing, life, career, mental health with a dash of memoir and fiction thrown in. Portfolio: kasturipatra.com ; Email: kasturi.mib2010@gmail.com
Que Sarah Sarah 🌴
Bubbly, animal-loving, storyteller. Love photography and a good side hustle. Live, Love and Laugh! Chat and a ko-fi.com/quesarahsarah ?
Josh Balerite Acol
Writer|Editor|Mom-Dad of 4|Loves all things inspiring! Feel the love and fun. Support my writings — join now! https://joshbaleriteacol.medium.com/subscribe
Kevin L. Knights
I love to cook and of course eat the results, write, work out, shoot pool, throw darts, and watch horror and science fiction.
Markus Scorelius
Stepping up to perfect the imperfections of the human species. Achieving failure with such specificity as to be assured of success.
The Cat Corner—Unpad Street Feeding Animal Friend
Ideas from Universitas Padjadjaran Street Feeding Animal Friend, a non-profit student initiative for street animals and promoting responsible pet ownership.
Jane Lynch
A woman of faith, balancing bookkeeping with book-writing. Occupying that beautiful hiatus in time between the cares of parenting and the advancement of age.
Jonathon Sawyer
I’m a Canadian writer of short stories; a poet of dubious repute. I experiment with interesting concepts and styles, which is why I head TKL's Monday Mash-Ups
Gergana Stamenova
Publishing stories and poems close to my heart hoping that in time I’ll turn my hobby into art.
Tearrah Turner
Just a 20 year old trying to make it. I’m a sleep technologist student who writes in their free-time.
Linda Kowalchek/L.K. Smithe
Writing about real life. Proponent of the passive voice and bringing “that” back. Member of the typewriter generation. Reach me at Linda.kowalchek@gmail.com
Jenny Alexander/Hope for the Heartbroken
Divorce Survivor. I write for the heartbroken and aspiring self-published authors. My new YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/@savvyself-publishing
Marlene Alexander
Christianity, relationships and crafting, in that order. No chocolate morsel left behind.
Brian G Ross
I enjoy writing, being cosy, dark chocolate, poached eggs, hotels, dry humour, snow, sunshine, lazy weekends, prawns, and women with small feet.
Hannah Smith
Student. Animal Lover. Coffee First. Writing about whatever I’m interested in and personal experiences! https://hannahkatewrites.com
Robert Howe
Writing at the intersection of deep ecology, spirituality and nature based human development. Supporting readers on journeys of self discovery.
Randy Runtsch
Writer | Photographer | Outdoor Lover | Adventure Cyclist | Business Owner | Data Analyst | Software Developer
John Fuller
Writer | Author | Cat Dad | Tea | Photography | Travel | All things Yorkshire | cricketyorkshire.com
Andrew Crocker
Medical Infomaniac; Large-format Photographer; Writer Wannabe; A is A; Barrel Rider; A Top Writer in Photography
Aslynn Roe 🐈
I am a listener of culture, history, media, and politics. Follow me, and we will go somewhere. Finding out where is half the fun!
Annie Forbes Cooper
Transplanted Scot, former journalist, trying to find the meaning of life through storytelling. I write as if I were dying.
Addie Strode
I enjoy writing and all things animals. Most of my stories will probably be about animals and advice on how to take care of them as I used to be a vet assistant
The Incandescent Writer
Isabella the Wordweaver—or writer, editor and book coach in your tongue! I blog about creative writing and more. bellajwu.wixsite.com/incandescent
Lesley Dewar There's always another story to tell
I love writing on lots of topics. Get to know me. I love cats, wine, tech, family and humour https://medium.com/@lesleydewar/about-me-lesley-dewar-d53791b899b5
Racheal Sue
Writing about life through the lens of a millennial woman, parent, caregiver, and doula in Wisconsin, USA. 🏳️🌈
Edward Swafford
Enigmatic. I’m an Australian poet, healthcare professional, and copywriter. I pen poems about spirituality, tech, aged care, mental health and relationships ☺️.
Stephen Needles
Stephen is an aspiring freelance writer who has spent the last 20 years building up physical and emotional scars in the veterinary field.
Dana DuBois
Publisher for Pink Hair & Pronouns and Three Imaginary Girls. Boost nominator. I'm a GenX word nerd living in the PNW with a whole lot of little words to share.
Indrajeet Ghosh
I'm Indrajeet: India-born word-weaver & guitar enthusiast. Won accolades on Medium. Still grooving & growing. Cheers to the journey! 🎸📝🚀
John Delaney
A former curator of historic maps at Princeton University, I now live in Port Townsend, WA. I've published books on cartography and 4 collections of poems.
Peter Last
Aquarian writer disseminating the intuitive waters of truth and cosmic consciousness to all who seek spiritual revelation.
Jessica Montes
Writer | Editor | Traveler | Reader | Baker | Cat mom | Full-time Sunshine Enthusiast 🌻
Patricia O'Neill
I'm a retired secretary. I've enjoyed writing as a hobby all my life and decided to try my luck on Medium. Looking out for side hustles :).
Kurt Dillon
Journalist & Psychologist - Owner of the Veritas True Crime Publication on Medium - Fdr & Host of 'The Veritas 7 - True Crime Podcast' - @ theveritas7.com,
Janet Meisel
Writer, poet, artist. I found myself here one day, settled in, and so far I don't want to leave. Life is weird, what more can I say?
Eleni Stephanides
LGBTQ+ writer and Spanish interpreter who enjoys wandering through nature, reading fiction and mental health content, speaking Spanish, and petting cats.
Kathy Stephanides
Kathy Stephanides is a low vision nonfiction writer focusing on memoir. She has been published in Uncomfortable Revolution, Red Noise Collective, and others.
Peter
Hello! My name is Peter, I am a Coast Guard veteran with deep passions for a number of things that I love to talk about and share.
Ella F.
Bibliophile and lover of words. Interested in business, relationships, self and life lessons.
Claire_Han
Hello! I'm Claire. I write about tech, cats, animal welfare, culture and sometimes reflect on life as a freelancer.
Alison McBain
Alison McBain is the writer behind Author Versus AI. She writes fiction, nonfiction & poetry, ghostwrites & edits books. http://www.alisonmcbain.com/
Tori Hall Sudduth
I am a children's book author and copywriter, with 18 years of experience in marketing. Humorist. Life is short – laugh whenever possible!
The AuDHD Philosopher
Editor and owner of "The Poor Life" pub, 5x boosted writer, writing in the hopes that together we can shape a better future
Kathryn Betts Adams, MSW, PhD
Gerontologist. Baby Boomer. OnlyDaughter. Mom of two. Writing on aging, health, family relationships, mental health. Find me at https://KathrynBettsAdams.com
Juliana Marquis
Sometimes I ramble, sometimes I rant, but I know this: life is much too short to be without books, Indian food, wine, pets, and, most important…good friends.
Carlos Chowell
Researching my interests, and sharing the findings. Get my free preset pack for Vital and Sound Design Newsletter: https://carloschowell.gumroad.com/l/zlfps
Julie Bylli Johnson
Whimsical writer, book doula, and life coach. Bringing spiritual principles & nitty gritty organization to inspire writers & other cool humans.
Cristina Cattai
Authentic human being, passionate about cats, crochet, life, psychology and spirituality. Top writer in reading. No AI https://www.buymeacoffee.com/IgieCVU
Kat Brancato
Kat Brancato is a Lifestyle Writer for hire. She has been featured in the Real Simple, Better Homes & Gardens, and Parents. Check out www.katbrancato.com
Orion Griffin
I'm a news editor and writer for a newspaper. In my free time I write short fiction for fun and about my life to better understand myself.
Ashley Madich
Hey, I'm Ashley. It feels like I've lived multiple lives over the last 10 years of my adulthood. I write about a variety of life experiences.
Toni Crowe
Sharing the hard lessons I've learned in life. Best-selling author. Humorist. Editor. Writing whatever interests me . Owner: No Air. Editor:MuddyUm.
Cyn BehindMind
Simple life, Husky & Coffee Lover. Proud Mom. Future Psychologist figuring out life | Writing about mental health, life & wellness! Join me on this journey!
Saia Morales
I am an energetic being here to live, love, and play on this physical plane. I love nature, animals, and reflecting on the astounding miracles of life.
Caseandme
Observer. Listener. Learner. Learning to write well. Personal experience = personal stories. My good life is now : )
Stefanie Morejon
Writer. Designer. Linguist. Teacher. Serial Hobbyist. Editor for Long. Sweet. Valuable. https://smorejon.com
C. M. Barrett
Owned by cats. I write about anything that interests me, and I'm happy to report that the brain cells continue to fire with reassuring regularity.
Rick L. Huffman
I have been a Navy submariner, a television newscast director, a truck driver, and an English teacher. I live in Texas with my lovely wife and two spoiled pets.
Joel V
Writing about whatever comes to mind: fleeting thoughts, stillness moments, and everyday life's beauty.
The Dainty Vampire
A curious cat person with a passion for exploring the depths of philosophy, science, and technology.
