Articles by Emma Cieslik

In private collections and public libraries, the pages of these handmade publications hold a wealth of queer history and community.

First described in Texas in the mid-90s, what are these disturbing figures—and what do they want?

The spectral, terrifying dog of Scottish folklore has inspired many a nightmare for centuries—and likely for millennia.

In Sardinian folktales, an older woman gives those at death's door a nudge. But was she real?

Schabmadonnen are part of a long tradition of edible relics.

The ancient tradition of Turoń bestowing blessings has faded but, like the creature itself, it may be resurrected.

The wicked washerwoman, child murderer, and entrepreneur has parallels to Baba Yaga and other classic European folk figures.