400 Words A Horror

400 Words A Horror

400 Words a Horror

Episodes 21
Avg. Duration 21m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (4)
Since Jul 2023
Latest Episode Apr 2026

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Schedule
Monthly
Format
Episodic
Hosting
feeds.acast.com

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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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Recent Episodes

Special: Haven's Holiday

Apr 01, 2026 5m Bonus

Horrorr 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 (he/they)Gale was Just J…

S2E6 16. Artificial Intelligence

Apr 09, 2025 34m

You can find the episode document with scripts and credits here.Universal GateCONTENT WARNING:  death, doomsday scenario, nuclear apocalypseWritten by Alaine Heart (she/her)Edited by Just Jenah…

ANNOUNCEMENT+FANWORK BONUS: Members of the Jury

Mar 03, 2025 7m Bonus

Our 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 of our show, Wicked…

S2E5 15. Yeehaw, Pilgrim

Oct 24, 2024 37m

Cowboyification comes for us all...You can find the episode document with scripts and credits here.The Clockwork CowboyCONTENT WARNING:  gun violence, being chased/hunted down, sudden noisesWritten…

S2E4 14. Love Kills

Sep 24, 2024 38m

Nothing 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 murderWritten by Praxis…

S2E3 13. Existential Dread

Sep 02, 2024 19m

I 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, graphic depictions of…

S2E2 12. Wicked Love

Aug 19, 2024 22m

Would you let the wicked into your heart?400WAH Team Q&A link: https://forms.gle/WSSB4GXf7iAt91Kx9The episode was sound designed by Just Jenah (they/them)The Crossroads Bar:CONTENT WARNING:…

S2E1 11. Refined Palate

Aug 05, 2024 28m

You 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

Aug 03, 2024 1m Trailer

Horror 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 August, 2024! I hope you are…

10. Butterflies

Jan 23, 2024 19m

This 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 AydınCONTENT WARNING: bugs, childhood trauma, being…

9. Righteous

Jan 08, 2024 19m

The 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 AydınCONTENT WARNING: being stuck,…

SPECIAL: Crimbus

Dec 25, 2023 19m Bonus

You 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/ The episode was sound…

8. Television

Dec 11, 2023 49m

New 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 FOR TELEVISION (THIS…

7. Clarence

Nov 27, 2023 24m

Just 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 murderVoiced by Lyssa Jay (she/they)Edited…

6. Extant

Nov 13, 2023 21m

Sometimes the horror is real life but twisted.The episode was sound designed by Gem Aydın (they/them)Untitled by AlaineCONTENT WARNING: metaphors for depression, body paralysis, suicide…

5. Charmed

Oct 22, 2023 22m

I 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 they/them)Content warnings:…

4. Hunt

Oct 08, 2023 17m

It 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, panic, mentions of dead…

3. Sacrifice

Sep 23, 2023 25m

We 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 sacrifice, extinction events,…

2. Skitter

Sep 01, 2023 12m

Today 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. Other warnings include;…

1. Tiny

Aug 17, 2023 17m

Welcome, 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, mentions of animal abuse,…

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