HeyJaredDr King's Curiosities
History of horror, magic, theatre, storytelling, and more. Every Thursday I post a new ‘horror moment’ and a range of other articles will pop up on Mondays. Look out for regular quizzes, writing insights, and my audio 'Tales from the Bat Book' series.
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- Sep 28, 2026
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Was Shakespeare’s witch Sycorax inspired by an African woman marooned by Francis Drake? (opens the original)
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If you’re new to Curiosities, welcome! I’m Rebekah King, I have a PhD in English from Cambridge exploring magic on the early modern stage and I’m currently turning my thesis into a monograph for Bloomsbury Arden. I’m also a playwright and librettist. I’m interested in the curious and creepy side of culture, as well as the craft of writing. Become a paid subscriber to receive special perks, full access to my archive, and a bonus post each month which you can <a href="https://rebekahkingwriter.sub
My Autumn Reading Recommendations (opens the original)
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If you’re new to Curiosities, welcome! I’m Rebekah King, I have a PhD in English from Cambridge exploring magic on the early modern stage and I’m currently turning my thesis into a monograph for Bloomsbury Arden. I’m also a playwright and librettist. I’m interested in the curious and creepy side of culture, as well as the craft of writing. Become a paid subscriber to receive special perks, full access to my archive, and a bonus post each month which you can <a href="https://rebekahkingwriter.sub
10 Things I Learned in the Spirit Room (opens the original)
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If you’re new to Curiosities, welcome! I’m Rebekah King, I have a PhD in English from Cambridge exploring magic on the early modern stage and I’m currently turning my thesis into a monograph for Bloomsbury Arden. I’m also a playwright and librettist. I’m interested in the curious and creepy side of culture, as well as the craft of writing. Become a paid subscriber to receive special perks, full access to my archive, and a bonus post each month which you can <a href="https://rebekahkingwriter.sub
Is the Game of Thrones play any good? (opens the original)
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If you’re new to Curiosities, welcome! I’m Rebekah King, I have a PhD in English from Cambridge exploring magic on the early modern stage and I’m currently turning my thesis into a book for Bloomsbury Arden. I’m also an award-winning playwright and librettist. I’m interested in the curious and creepy side of culture, particularly magic and the horror genre. I’m also fascinated by theatre history and the craft of writing. Become a paid subscriber to receive special perks, full access to my archiv
The Body Horror of Ballet (opens the original)
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If you’re new to Curiosities, welcome! I’m Rebekah King, I have a PhD in English from Cambridge exploring magic on the early modern stage and I’m currently turning my thesis into a monograph for Bloomsbury Arden. I’m also a playwright and librettist. I’m interested in the curious and creepy side of culture, as well as the craft of writing. Become a paid subscriber to receive special perks, full access to my archive, and a bonus post each month which you can <a href="https://rebekahkingwriter.
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