ArticleTalking Writing for Animals on the Animal Rights Show
I recently joined the inspiring team behind the Animal Rights Show to talk Writing for Animals. I hope you enjoy it!
September 1, 2026
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News & eventsMarch to End Animal Testing
Ivan Pavlov invented modern animal testing. Sadly, the practice is still with us today. Fortunately, more and more people are awakening to the suffering of dogs, cats, pigs, chimps and so many other animals.
August 20, 2026
News & eventsWriting for Animals Open Mic (July 2026)
Many people were not able to make this wonderful event so I have recorded it. I hope you enjoy these amazing readings/writings
August 1, 2026
News & eventsHear from Writing for Animals alumni
Come be inspired by the latest writings from Writing for Animals alumni… Via ZoomDate: Wednesday, July 29, 2026Time: 5-6 p.m. Pacific Time This event is free and all are welcome; registration is required.
July 15, 2026
ArticleAnimals and euphemisms
We live our lives surrounded by euphemisms. People don’t die, they leave us or pass on. People aren’t fired they are let go or RIF’d.
April 19, 2026
ArticleW4A alum featured in New York Times
Writing for Animals alum Mary Akers was featured in The New York Times this week.
March 26, 2026
ArticleWriting for Animals: Self-paced vs. Live
If you’re new to Writing for Animals and not sure how to choose between the live class vs. the self-paced class, here are how we view them.
December 28, 2025
ArticleAnimal Writes: Crafting Authentic Animal Narratives
Midge and I recently joined Our Hen House for a lively discussion about all things writing for animals. Enjoy!
December 13, 2025
ArticleCase study: Writing for chickens, turkeys and ducks
More than 80 billion chickens are killed each year. And in the US, more than 200 million turkeys die each year, along with 26 million ducks. These are horrific numbers.
November 11, 2025
ArticleWhen is a shark an “it”? When it’s in The New York Times
Sharks get little love from the mainstream media. Whenever the media reports on a shark it is usually due to a shark “attack.” The New York Times is no exception.
November 1, 2025
Success storyAuthor Success Story: Sansa Collins
I’ve long believed that some of the most effective forms of writing are letters to the editor. People love to read letters, particularly from a shared neighborhood, city or passion.
October 19, 2025
Writing promptWriting Prompt: Write a conversation
Write a conversation you’d like to have with an animal, whether you companion animal(s), local birds, or an animal in the wild.
August 26, 2025