About this podcast
400 Words A Horror is a bi-weekly horror-themed anthology podcast by audio drama enthusiasts who want to get started in the audio drama world as creators!
We are a group of friends who dream of making our own audio dramas some day, but had no idea how to go about it. They always say, practice makes perfect, so we rounded up a few of our friends and got to work! Our goal is to learn the "how" behind audio drama creation. Co-run by Gem and Lys, 400 Words A Horror allows us the space to have fun, spook up a little, experience, experiment, and learn the ins and outs of audio drama creation! This is a learning experience for all of us so, any feedback - as long as it is constructive - is more than appreciated. Feel free to drop us a message on any of our socials! If you want to stay anonymous, our Tumblr ask box awaits you.
Sooo... why the name "400 Words A Horror"?
Well, the idea came to Gem while practicing with the Pratchett method called ‘400 words a day.’ The goal is to write a story a day in at least 400 words (ahem... you know, hence the name) to practice and improve on one's own writing. As a result, all of our stories vary in length and topic from episode to episode! We usually have a loose theme for the week and have fun exploring it together!
How do I get involved?
When we need or want to work with new people, we will announce it on our socials. In the mean time, follow us on Tumblr, Twitter and BlueSky @400WordsAHorror, join our Discord and hone your skills with us! We think we're pretty cool so if you wanna see how we're doing and what we're up to, those are the best places! Links are below! If you like what we do, following and sharing the show is one of the best ways you can support us. It's crazy how far word or mouth or a kind review can go. And, of course, supporting us here on Patreon is also incredibly helpful! ;D
(pssst, we also have Ko-fi if a one time donation is better for you than a subscription)
Cast and Crew Socials:
Gem Aydin: Twitter, Tumblr, BlueSky
Lyssa Jay: Linktree,Twitter, BlueSky
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Episodes
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- Special: Haven's Holiday · 6 minHorrorr Haven will be back soon... This was written by Just J (they/them) It was sound designed by Gem Aydın (they/them) Eli was Eli Schwarz (xe/they) Myka was Leo B. Moss…
- 16. Artificial Intelligence · 35 min · Season 2 Episode 6You can find the episode document with scripts and credits here. Universal Gate CONTENT WARNING: death, doomsday scenario, nuclear apocalypse Written by Alaine Heart (she/her)…
- ANNOUNCEMENT+FANWORK BONUS: Members of the Jury · 8 minOur first fanfiction audio story? How delightful! Oh, by the way, we will be returning back in a month or so. Save the date, April 7. This fanwork was inspired by 12th episode…
- 15. Yeehaw, Pilgrim · 38 min · Season 2 Episode 5Cowboyification comes for us all... You can find the episode document with scripts and credits here. The Clockwork Cowboy CONTENT WARNING: gun violence, being chased/hunted…
- 14. Love Kills · 38 min · Season 2 Episode 4Nothing can hurt more than love, my dear. You can find the episode document with scripts and credits here. Lover’s Burden: CONTENT WARNING: domestic violence; visceral, wet…
- 13. Existential Dread · 20 min · Season 2 Episode 3I have been staring at the wall for hours, trying to come up with... something. You can find the episode document with scripts and credits here. Stuck: CONTENT WARNING: Death…
- 12. Wicked Love · 22 min · Season 2 Episode 2Would you let the wicked into your heart? 400WAH Team Q&A link: https://forms.gle/WSSB4GXf7iAt91Kx9 The episode was sound designed by Just Jenah (they/them) The Crossroads…
- 11. Refined Palate · 29 min · Season 2 Episode 1You can find the episode document with scripts and credits here. Check out Waterlogged: https://waterlogged.lawofnames.com/ Have a Q for an A for us? Drop it here…
- Announcement · 2 minHorror Haven has a message to you... Haven was Gem Aydın (they/them) Clarence was Lyssa Jay (she/they) Recap was Neutron (they/them) We are returning to your ears on 5th…
- 10. Butterflies · 20 min · Episode 10This episode is the season finale. We will be back soon with Season 2! The episode was sound designed by Gem Aydın (they/them) Butterflies by Gem Aydın CONTENT WARNING: bugs…
- 9. Righteous · 20 min · Episode 9The biggest mistake we make is to think that we are right and oh, so above others. The episode was sound designed by Gem Aydın (they/them) Chains of Life by Gem Aydın CONTENT…
- SPECIAL: Crimbus · 19 minYou definitely should listen to the full episode til the end :) The Christmas lights were made by Cake (xie/they) Check their art here: https://thatcakelovingwitch.tumblr.com/…
- 8. Television · 50 min · Episode 8New voices and old voices, all the gang, and more! Thanks to Taylor Michaels and Athan for guest-starring in this episode! Link of the Grotto Pod is down below. CONTENT WARNING…
- 7. Clarence · 25 min · Episode 7Just two besties, hanging out... The episode was sound designed by Gem Aydın (they/them) For Sale by Fortune Salem (he/him) CONTENT WARNING: drowning, implied murder Voiced…
- 6. Extant · 22 min · Episode 6Sometimes the horror is real life but twisted. The episode was sound designed by Gem Aydın (they/them) Untitled by Alaine CONTENT WARNING: metaphors for depression, body…
- 5. Charmed · 22 min · Episode 5I would say I am charmed to see you but that would be contradictory to our point. The episode was sound designed by Gem Aydın (they/them) Devotion by Eli Schwarz (xe/xir and…
- 4. Hunt · 17 min · Episode 4It must be hunting season, somewhere, I believe. The episode was sound designed by Gem Aydın (they/them) Coyotes by Prax Killawatt (he/they) Content warnings: being hunted…
- 3. Sacrifice · 25 min · Episode 3We have a field trip on the Haven today! The episode was sound designed by Gem Aydın (they/them) Boon & Bane by Just Jenah (they/them) Story Warnings: mentions of child…
- 2. Skitter · 12 min · Episode 2Today in Horror Haven, we bring you a tape called "Skitter". CONTENT WARNING: Screaming, loud noises, bug horror, flying bug horror, simply leave if you don’t like bug horror…
- 1. Tiny · 17 min · Episode 1Welcome, welcome to Horror Haven! We have two unique stories for you today; The Wicked and The Kid. CONTENT WARNING: The Wicked: Mentions of murder, mentions of body horror…
