Spring has sprung – or autumn has fallen, if you’re in the southern hemisphere! – and I at least am definitely feeling that fresh burst of energy. Whether you’re enjoying the longer days, rainy afternoons, or cozy evenings indoors in general, it’s the perfect time to kick off work on a fresh story or just reconnect with fellow furry writers.
On the note of connecting and fresh stories, the reading list for the 2025 Cóyotl Awards has been out for some time now (check it out here!), and voting for nominations begins on the 15th of this month, March. The list is packed with an incredible range of stories, voices, and styles from across the fandom, so if you’ve been looking for something new to read, don’t waste time getting a start! Even just reading a few entries and casting your nominations can make a very real difference in celebrating and showing appreciation for the authors who put so much time and passion into the writing corner of our fandom.
That aside – may the new season treat you well, and as always, happy reading, happy writing, and the very warmest greetings and wishes to the entire guild!
Your president,
Gabe Foxx
Here are the current open markets for your short stories:
CLAW Vol. 2 – Deadline April 30, 2026
This Is Halloween – Deadline When Full
Children Of The Night – Deadline When Full
Please also check out the latest book releases from our members:
The Bones Behind the Glass, by Renard Avec-Histoire, Released August 18, 2025.
Gravitational Pull, by Ty Fox, Released August 19, 2025.
Tikadi’s Gift, by Moth Flutterby, Released October 17, 2025.
Thorns, by Roscoe G. Beetle, Released October 31, 2025.
Legend of Ahya: A Divinity Decayed [Book 5], by Matthew Colvath, Released Nov. 30, 2025.
The Wideness of the World: An Early Modern Anthology, Released December 13, 2025.
The Analog Cat and Other Animals, by Alice Dryden, Released December 2025.
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