Meg W
@winikat.bsky.social
Writer/poet (SFF, kidlit & more), avid advocate of museums, libraries, cultural institutions and the arts. SCBWI, 12x12, and Lady Astronaut Club member. She/her mwinikates.com
I will never forget the incredible conversation I got to have with the brilliant Jane Yolen at a Boskone convention several years ago. She was such a generous person to the writing community, to young writers, and to readers of all sorts. locusmag.com/2026/06/jane...
Jane Yolen (1939–2026) - Locus
Author Jane Yolen, 87, died peacefully in her home, surrounded by family, in Hatfield MA on June 11, 2026. Jane Hyatt Yolen was born February 11, 1939 in New York City NY. She graduated Smith College ...
locusmag.com
June 12, 2026 at 4:00 PM
I will never forget the incredible conversation I got to have with the brilliant Jane Yolen at a Boskone convention several years ago. She was such a generous person to the writing community, to young writers, and to readers of all sorts. locusmag.com/2026/06/jane...
A whole bunch of people I know in the museum world are gonna love this article: www.npr.org/2026/05/12/n...
Engaging with the arts can slow biological aging, study shows
Eat well and exercise. That's the classic advice for living a long, healthy life. A new study suggests another habit to add to the list: Let your creative juices flow.
www.npr.org
May 14, 2026 at 2:00 AM
A whole bunch of people I know in the museum world are gonna love this article: www.npr.org/2026/05/12/n...
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Every children's book is a whole world, not because of what is contained in its pages, but because what a child pours into it. What a child carries away from it. What a child uses to build something new. Each kid's book is a cause for celebration not smug castigation. I'm furious, but I'm also sad.
May 6, 2026 at 7:02 PM
Every children's book is a whole world, not because of what is contained in its pages, but because what a child pours into it. What a child carries away from it. What a child uses to build something new. Each kid's book is a cause for celebration not smug castigation. I'm furious, but I'm also sad.
Tonight, I’m speaking at the People’s State of the Union to shine a light on what is really happening in this country.
Watch LIVE:
Watch LIVE:
LIVE: PEOPLE'S STATE OF THE UNION as Dems BOYCOTT TRUMP
MeidasTouch and MoveOn Civic Action host the People's State of the Union live from the National Mall in D.C. Hosted by Katie Phang and Joy Reid, the event will feature lawmakers alongside federal workers, immigrants, and Americans impacted by Trump's po...
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February 25, 2026 at 1:57 AM
Called both of my senators yesterday. Got a machine for one and 2 full mailboxes in local and DC offices for the other, going to try again tomorrow and add my rep's office.
Help protect Maine from ICE.
I'm donating to Food For All, and if you:
- repost this, I'll donate $1
- call your representative, tell them to ABOLISH ICE, and quote-post this with whether you got a machine or a staffer on the phone, I'll donate $10
- quote-post this with your donation, I'll match!
I'm donating to Food For All, and if you:
- repost this, I'll donate $1
- call your representative, tell them to ABOLISH ICE, and quote-post this with whether you got a machine or a staffer on the phone, I'll donate $10
- quote-post this with your donation, I'll match!
January 28, 2026 at 4:55 AM
Called both of my senators yesterday. Got a machine for one and 2 full mailboxes in local and DC offices for the other, going to try again tomorrow and add my rep's office.
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Democrats should demand every sitting Republican decry this attack and explicitly denounce it, and then censure all of them when they don’t do it. Act like normal decent humans defending your colleague.
video of the moment a man tried spraying something at ilhan omar at her town hall in minneapolis tonight
January 28, 2026 at 1:21 AM
Democrats should demand every sitting Republican decry this attack and explicitly denounce it, and then censure all of them when they don’t do it. Act like normal decent humans defending your colleague.
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This is a season of grief and struggle. Today we're going to share a long list of stories and poems - of hope, of not just surviving but thriving, of resistance, of unexpected kindness and connection in the midst of darkness. Save these up for when you need them.
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January 26, 2026 at 7:43 PM
This is a season of grief and struggle. Today we're going to share a long list of stories and poems - of hope, of not just surviving but thriving, of resistance, of unexpected kindness and connection in the midst of darkness. Save these up for when you need them.
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Plese repost & share: "The risks of using generative artificial intelligence to educate children and teens currently overshadow the benefits, according to a new study by the Brookings Institution's Center for Universal Education."
www.npr.org/2026/01/14/n...
www.npr.org/2026/01/14/n...
The risks of AI in schools outweigh the benefits, report says
A new report warns that AI poses a serious threat to children's cognitive development and emotional well-being.
www.npr.org
January 14, 2026 at 6:13 PM
Plese repost & share: "The risks of using generative artificial intelligence to educate children and teens currently overshadow the benefits, according to a new study by the Brookings Institution's Center for Universal Education."
www.npr.org/2026/01/14/n...
www.npr.org/2026/01/14/n...
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Oh you're trying to say the cost of living is skyrocketing?
Donald Trump can't hear you over the sound of bulldozers demolishing a wing of the White House to build a new grand ballroom.
Donald Trump can't hear you over the sound of bulldozers demolishing a wing of the White House to build a new grand ballroom.
October 21, 2025 at 12:57 AM
Oh you're trying to say the cost of living is skyrocketing?
Donald Trump can't hear you over the sound of bulldozers demolishing a wing of the White House to build a new grand ballroom.
Donald Trump can't hear you over the sound of bulldozers demolishing a wing of the White House to build a new grand ballroom.
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Many people are outraged that Trump is demolishing part of the White House. But of course Trump can't do it without help. It's ACECO LLC of Silver Spring MD ("full-service demolition") that is tearing down the People's House. You can call them and let them know how you feel. 1/
October 20, 2025 at 9:37 PM
Many people are outraged that Trump is demolishing part of the White House. But of course Trump can't do it without help. It's ACECO LLC of Silver Spring MD ("full-service demolition") that is tearing down the People's House. You can call them and let them know how you feel. 1/
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The first two episodes of the revival of Reading Rainbow have nearly 500,000 views each 🤯
Do you know how cool that is for literacy, for book joy?! We are all worthy of reading, we are all readers 💚
And NOW episode three is out! Take a look, it’s in a book 📚🌈🦋
youtu.be/e4VIV48ZB0M?feature=shared
Do you know how cool that is for literacy, for book joy?! We are all worthy of reading, we are all readers 💚
And NOW episode three is out! Take a look, it’s in a book 📚🌈🦋
youtu.be/e4VIV48ZB0M?feature=shared
October 20, 2025 at 12:49 AM
The first two episodes of the revival of Reading Rainbow have nearly 500,000 views each 🤯
Do you know how cool that is for literacy, for book joy?! We are all worthy of reading, we are all readers 💚
And NOW episode three is out! Take a look, it’s in a book 📚🌈🦋
youtu.be/e4VIV48ZB0M?feature=shared
Do you know how cool that is for literacy, for book joy?! We are all worthy of reading, we are all readers 💚
And NOW episode three is out! Take a look, it’s in a book 📚🌈🦋
youtu.be/e4VIV48ZB0M?feature=shared
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The only reason to get rid of interlibrary loan is that you prefer ignorance and illiteracy.
“ALL of Florida lost its [interlibrary loan] services as of October 1. This, of course, most harms those in rural communities. That means those with the most to lose and with the weakest access to education and entertainment materials are now wholly dependent on what their own library owns…”
The Current State of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (October 2025 Edition)
Grant money that should be going to library projects is going to state-sponsored propaganda, among other IMLS updates.
buttondown.com
October 15, 2025 at 12:42 AM
The only reason to get rid of interlibrary loan is that you prefer ignorance and illiteracy.
All readers can be separated into Austen readers or Bronte readers, regardless of whether or not they’ve actually read Austen or the Brontes. (Admittedly, a few people will enjoy both, as exceptions are the spice of life)
Tell me your most unhinged literary opinion, as a little treat
October 15, 2025 at 12:47 AM
All readers can be separated into Austen readers or Bronte readers, regardless of whether or not they’ve actually read Austen or the Brontes. (Admittedly, a few people will enjoy both, as exceptions are the spice of life)
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CNN: “An older couple making $85K/year will see their yearly insurance premiums jump from $7K to $25,000 — 30% of their income.” 😳#TrumpShutdown #TrumpHealthCareTax
This is what Dems are drawing attention to and want fixed. Now, not later.
This is what Dems are drawing attention to and want fixed. Now, not later.
October 7, 2025 at 10:26 PM
CNN: “An older couple making $85K/year will see their yearly insurance premiums jump from $7K to $25,000 — 30% of their income.” 😳#TrumpShutdown #TrumpHealthCareTax
This is what Dems are drawing attention to and want fixed. Now, not later.
This is what Dems are drawing attention to and want fixed. Now, not later.
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delete chatgpt and stop using generative AI 🖤🤍
Sam Altman’s AI empire will devour as much power as New York City and San Diego combined. Experts say it’s ‘scary’ | Fortune
Andrew Chien told Fortune he’s been a computer scientist for 40 years but we’re close to “some seminal moments for how we think about AI and its impact on society.”
fortune.com
October 7, 2025 at 1:26 AM
delete chatgpt and stop using generative AI 🖤🤍
Very happy to have submitted my #FallWritingFrenzy story for this year's challenge. It's always so fun not only to see what images they post for inspiration, but all of the wild and different places people go from there. Here's mine: mwinikates.com/2025/10/01/f...
Fall Writing Frenzy 2025: “Forewarning”
Beware where you wander on a foggy fall day when there’s no hint of wind but the branches still sway, where time stretches strangely and your watch makes no sense: there’s no morning or evening, ju…
mwinikates.com
October 2, 2025 at 1:41 AM
Very happy to have submitted my #FallWritingFrenzy story for this year's challenge. It's always so fun not only to see what images they post for inspiration, but all of the wild and different places people go from there. Here's mine: mwinikates.com/2025/10/01/f...
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TUESDAY! Join #UniteAgainstBookBans & Everyday Advocacy during #BannedBooksWeek for a free interactive workshop.
We’ll share:
⚒️ Practical tools to help you craft advocacy plans
💬 Interactive reflection prompts + breakout groups
✊ Strategies to confront book bans
Register today:
We’ll share:
⚒️ Practical tools to help you craft advocacy plans
💬 Interactive reflection prompts + breakout groups
✊ Strategies to confront book bans
Register today:
The 'Everyday Advocacy' Webinar is Back for Banned Books Week!
Join Unite and Everyday Advocacy on October 7 to develop new strategies to defend diverse books and amplify educators' voices! Free registration now open.
uniteagainstbookbans.org
October 2, 2025 at 12:09 AM
TUESDAY! Join #UniteAgainstBookBans & Everyday Advocacy during #BannedBooksWeek for a free interactive workshop.
We’ll share:
⚒️ Practical tools to help you craft advocacy plans
💬 Interactive reflection prompts + breakout groups
✊ Strategies to confront book bans
Register today:
We’ll share:
⚒️ Practical tools to help you craft advocacy plans
💬 Interactive reflection prompts + breakout groups
✊ Strategies to confront book bans
Register today:
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Starting Sunday, check out all the webinars and programs with authors, booksellers, etc. from @everylibrary.bsky.social
in honor of Banned Books Week and in support of the freedom to read. Listen in!⬇️. www.everylibrary.org/everylibrary...
in honor of Banned Books Week and in support of the freedom to read. Listen in!⬇️. www.everylibrary.org/everylibrary...
EveryLibrary Live! Banned Books 2025 Calendar
Join EveryLibrary Live! for Banned Books Week Fest 2025, a free online celebration featuring 25+ authors, editors, and advocates in bold conversations about storytelling, censorship, and the freedom t...
www.everylibrary.org
October 1, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Starting Sunday, check out all the webinars and programs with authors, booksellers, etc. from @everylibrary.bsky.social
in honor of Banned Books Week and in support of the freedom to read. Listen in!⬇️. www.everylibrary.org/everylibrary...
in honor of Banned Books Week and in support of the freedom to read. Listen in!⬇️. www.everylibrary.org/everylibrary...
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Tired of book bans?
Take action today!
We made it easy to submit a letter to the editor of your local paper
action.everylibrary.org/banningletters via @everylibrary.bsky.social
Take action today!
We made it easy to submit a letter to the editor of your local paper
action.everylibrary.org/banningletters via @everylibrary.bsky.social
Submit a letter to the editor against book bans to your local paper
Local politicians take notice when people take the time to speak up about important community issues like book bans.
action.everylibrary.org
October 1, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Tired of book bans?
Take action today!
We made it easy to submit a letter to the editor of your local paper
action.everylibrary.org/banningletters via @everylibrary.bsky.social
Take action today!
We made it easy to submit a letter to the editor of your local paper
action.everylibrary.org/banningletters via @everylibrary.bsky.social
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Pete Hegseth, the same guy who texted classified war plans to a reporter, wants to decide what the media can report at the Pentagon.
The First Amendment is clear: the government cannot stop a free press.
This order is unconstitutional and un-American.
The First Amendment is clear: the government cannot stop a free press.
This order is unconstitutional and un-American.
September 24, 2025 at 5:36 PM
Pete Hegseth, the same guy who texted classified war plans to a reporter, wants to decide what the media can report at the Pentagon.
The First Amendment is clear: the government cannot stop a free press.
This order is unconstitutional and un-American.
The First Amendment is clear: the government cannot stop a free press.
This order is unconstitutional and un-American.
Share a favorite black and white movie? Absolutely.
September 24, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Share a favorite black and white movie? Absolutely.
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#GhostPit a new Halloween hype pitch event open to works in all stages is coming up on October 30th!
It doesn't have to be Halloween related either!
See the rules below and follow @ghostpit.bsky.social for more details!
#WriteSky #WritingCommunity #Writers #AmWriting #AmQuerying #AmAgenting
It doesn't have to be Halloween related either!
See the rules below and follow @ghostpit.bsky.social for more details!
#WriteSky #WritingCommunity #Writers #AmWriting #AmQuerying #AmAgenting
Rules for #GhostPit
1. While this is a Halloween event, all pitches are welcome, but if your pitch is Halloween related you can use the 👻 emoji to mark it as so.
2. Absolutely NO AI allowed! AI steals from creators and is bad for the environment. AI usage can be reported to any of our hosts...
1. While this is a Halloween event, all pitches are welcome, but if your pitch is Halloween related you can use the 👻 emoji to mark it as so.
2. Absolutely NO AI allowed! AI steals from creators and is bad for the environment. AI usage can be reported to any of our hosts...
September 2, 2025 at 8:17 PM
#GhostPit a new Halloween hype pitch event open to works in all stages is coming up on October 30th!
It doesn't have to be Halloween related either!
See the rules below and follow @ghostpit.bsky.social for more details!
#WriteSky #WritingCommunity #Writers #AmWriting #AmQuerying #AmAgenting
It doesn't have to be Halloween related either!
See the rules below and follow @ghostpit.bsky.social for more details!
#WriteSky #WritingCommunity #Writers #AmWriting #AmQuerying #AmAgenting
Just submitted my #NYCMidnight #RhymingStoryChallenge and really had fun with it. It's been a rough year for writing, but my comedy prompt fit perfectly with an idea I'd been holding onto for a while, so it was great to finally put pen to paper on it!
September 13, 2025 at 11:57 PM
Just submitted my #NYCMidnight #RhymingStoryChallenge and really had fun with it. It's been a rough year for writing, but my comedy prompt fit perfectly with an idea I'd been holding onto for a while, so it was great to finally put pen to paper on it!
My poem is in here, in beautiful company!!
The second Worlds of Possibility Anthology is alllllll poetry, and you can get the ebook free through August 20th! www.juliarios.com/worlds-of-po...
Worlds of Possibility —Poetry is free until the 20th of August!
Get your free ebook before August 21st!
www.juliarios.com
August 15, 2025 at 2:40 AM
My poem is in here, in beautiful company!!