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Date created
2019/06/20
Latest episode
2026/10/30
Average duration
15 min.
Release period
52 days
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Cold Open Stories was founded as a love-letter to short fiction and pulp stories which have the power to quickly throw us into new worlds, cultures, and feelings. Enjoy unofficial short fiction, audio dramas, and immersive experiences that transform fan-writing into professional productions. Find more at coldopenstories.com.
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False Harmony [40K Fast Fiction]
2026/10/30
False Harmony 🎵 Read the full story at https://40k.coldopenstories.com/false-harmony/
Presented by Cold Open Stories - www.coldopenstories.com
Written by A.D. Hamilton
Performed by Cooper Mortlock - https://www.coopermortlock.com/
Directed & Produced by Colyn DeGraaff of Cold Open Stories
Join our writing community on Discord! - https://discord.com/invite/TCngW3w
The following story was an official selection in our 1,000 word fast fiction contest - an unofficial love letter to the universe of Warhammer 40,000. If you love to write, read, or are just looking for more great content like this, head on over to ColdOpenStories.com. When you visit the site, be sure to check out the fanfiction and original Short Fiction anthologies, audiobooks, and award-winning Full Cast Audio Dramas.
What She Did To The Moon - Original Worlds Audiobook
2026/10/23
🌑 What She Did To The Moon.
Read the full story at https://www.coldopenstories.com/what-she-did-to-the-moon/
Presented by Cold Open Stories - www.coldopenstories.com
Written by Morgan Wodring - https://web-cdn.bsky.app/profile/morkalmarrh.bsky.social Performances by:
Ash Albiniak - https://unabashedvo.com/
Katie Murray - https://www.instagram.com/keightyehm/
Production, Direction and sound design by Cold Open Stories.
Join our writing community on Discord! - https://discord.com/invite/TCngW3w. This story was first published as part of our Original Worlds call for submissions. If you enjoy reading or listening to tales like these, you can always find more over at ColdOpenStories.com. While you’re there, you can also submit your own manuscripts, audition for voice work, and join the free Discord.
Thanks for listening, and for sharing this channel within your network. It all helps spread the word, and help listeners like you discover stories worth telling. Until next time, to be continued.
The Shaking [40K Fast Fiction]
2026/10/16
The Shaking 🫨 Read the full story at https://40k.coldopenstories.com/the-shaking/
Presented by Cold Open Stories - www.coldopenstories.com
Written by Jared Lollar
Performed by Robb Conlon - https://www.westportstudiosllc.com/
Directed & Produced by Colyn DeGraaff
Join our writing community on Discord! - https://discord.com/invite/TCngW3w
The following story was an official selection in our 1,000 word fast fiction contest - an unofficial love letter to the universe of Warhammer 40,000. If you love to write, read, or are just looking for more great content like this, head on over to ColdOpenStories.com. When you visit the site, be sure to check out the fanfiction and original Short Fiction anthologies, audiobooks, and award-winning Full Cast Audio Dramas.
Future In A Whale Fall - Original Worlds Audiobook
2026/10/09
🐳 Future In A Whale Fall Read the full story at https://www.coldopenstories.com/future-in-a-whale-fall/
Presented by Cold Open Stories - www.coldopenstories.com
Written by H.J. Beardall.
Performances by H.J. Beardall - https://haydebeardallvo.carrd.co/
Lanessa Tremblett - https://lanessavo.ca/
Cari Scholtens - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8852309/
Production, Direction and sound design by Cold Open Stories.
Join our writing community on Discord! - https://discord.com/invite/TCngW3w
This story was first published as part of our Original Worlds call for submissions. If you enjoy reading or listening to tales like these, you can always find more over at ColdOpenStories.com.While you’re there, you can also submit your own manuscripts, audition for voice work, and join the free Discord. Thanks for listening, and for sharing this channel within your network. It all helps spread the word, and help listeners like you discover stories worth telling. Until next time, to be continued.
One Hundred And Fourteen Kilos [40K Fast Fiction]
2026/10/02
One Hundred And Fourteen Kilos 🧳 Read the full story at https://40k.coldopenstories.com/one-hundred-and-fourteen-kilos/
Presented by Cold Open Stories - www.coldopenstories.com
Written by Mario F. Telarico
Performed by Ann Hurd - https://www.instagram.com/iamannhurd/
Additional voice by Philip C - https://x.com/AWhaleVO
Directed & Produced by Colyn DeGraaff
Join our writing community on Discord! - https://discord.com/invite/TCngW3w
The following story was an official selection in our 1,000 word fast fiction contest - an unofficial love letter to the universe of Warhammer 40,000. If you love to write, read, or are just looking for more great content like this, head on over to ColdOpenStories.com. When you visit the site, be sure to check out the fanfiction and original Short Fiction anthologies, audiobooks, and award-winning Full Cast Audio Dramas.
Call for Submissions - Original Worlds
2026/09/28
You shouldn't need a study guide just to enjoy a great piece of fiction. No required viewing, no 50-page homework - just open to page one and let a brand-new universe unravel around you.
At Cold Open Stories, we live for the magic of character-driven tales that make readers feel something long after the last line. And if you thought we only publish dark horror... think again! We are actively seeking original short stories and fast fiction across nearly every genre imaginable.
Why Submit to Cold Open Stories?
100% Creator-Owned: You retain all rights to your original work.
Editorial Support: Selected manuscripts are paired with a dedicated volunteer editor to refine and polish final drafts.
Feedback for Everyone: Constructive critiques are available for every submission upon request or through our community Discord.
Whether your story is Grim, Ghastly, or Goofy—you have a home with us.
Ready to share your voice?
Submit your manuscript today at: https://www.coldopenstories.com/write/
Hollow Men [40K Fast Fiction]
2026/03/27
Hollow Men 🔥 Read the full story at https://40k.coldopenstories.com/hollow-men/
Presented by Cold Open Stories - www.coldopenstories.com
Written by Darren Davies
Performed by Simon Alison - www.simonalison.com
Directed & Produced by Colyn DeGraaff
Join our writing community on Discord! - https://discord.com/invite/TCngW3w
The following story was an official selection in our 1,000 word fast fiction contest - an unofficial love letter to the universe of Warhammer 40,000. If you love to write, read, or are just looking for more great content like this, head on over to ColdOpenStories.com. When you visit the site, be sure to check out the fanfiction and original Short Fiction anthologies, audiobooks, and award-winning Full Cast Audio Dramas.
The Sun Is A Dish Best Served Cold - Original Worlds Audiobook
2026/02/13
🍽️ The Sun Is A Dish Best Served Cold.
Read the full story at https://www.coldopenstories.com/the-sun-is-a-dish-best-served-cold/
Presented by Cold Open Stories - www.coldopenstories.com
Written by Daniel Dolgos. Performed by: Stephanie Tobin, Logan Raposo, Ash Albiniak, and Hayden Beardall.
Join our writing community on Discord! - https://discord.com/invite/TCngW3w
This story was first published as part of our Original Worlds call for submissions. If you enjoy reading or listening to tales like these, you can always find more over at ColdOpenStories.com. While you’re there, you can also submit your own manuscripts, audition for voice work, and join the free Discord.
Thanks for listening, and for sharing this channel within your network. It all helps spread the word, and help listeners like you discover stories worth telling. Until next time, to be continued.
Cold Blooded - Original Worlds Audiobook
2024/12/25
🦟 Cold Blooded. Read the full story at https://www.coldopenstories.com/cold-blooded/
Presented by Cold Open Stories - www.coldopenstories.com
Written by Trent Ball
Performed by Nikolas Yuen - https://x.com/nikyuen
Join our writing community on Discord! - https://discord.com/invite/TCngW3w
This story was first published as part of our Original Worlds call for submissions. If you enjoy reading or listening to tales like these, you can always find more over at ColdOpenStories.com. While you’re there, you can also submit your own manuscripts, audition for voice work, and join the free Discord.
As we celebrate 5 years of programming, we just wanted to say thanks. Thanks for listening, and for sharing this channel within your network. It all helps spread the word, and help listeners like you discover stories worth telling. Until next time, to be continued.
Sub Divo [Fast Fiction]
2024/12/06
Sub Divo 🦅 Read the full story at https://40k.coldopenstories.com/sub-divo/
Presented by Cold Open Stories - www.coldopenstories.com
Written by Tristan Parker - https://x.com/c0rbec
Performed by Hannah Hellwig - https://x.com/thejediexile21
and Ryan Negron - https://x.com/RyanNegronVO
Directed & Produced by Colyn DeGraaff
Join our writing community on Discord! - https://discord.com/invite/TCngW3w
The following story was an official selection in our 1,000 word fast fiction contest - an unofficial love letter to the universe of Warhammer 40,000. If you love to write, read, or are just looking for more great content like this, head on over to ColdOpenStories.com. When you visit the site, be sure to check out the fanfiction and original Short Fiction anthologies, audiobooks, and award-winning Full Cast Audio Dramas.
Divine Intervention [Fast Fiction]
2024/11/29
Divine Intervention ☀️
Read the full story at https://40k.coldopenstories.com/divine-intervention/
Presented by Cold Open Stories - www.coldopenstories.com
Written by Tristan Parker - https://x.com/c0rbec
Performed by Jonathan Cox - https://x.com/JonVOA
Directed & Produced by Colyn DeGraaff
Join our writing community on Discord! - https://discord.com/invite/TCngW3w
The following story was an official selection in our 1,000 word fast fiction contest - an unofficial love letter to the universe of Warhammer 40,000. If you love to write, read, or are just looking for more great content like this, head on over to ColdOpenStories.com. When you visit the site, be sure to check out the fanfiction and original Short Fiction anthologies, audiobooks, and award-winning Full Cast Audio Dramas.
Assistance Required [Fast Fiction]
2024/11/22
Assistance Required ⛓️💥
Read the full story at https://40k.coldopenstories.com/assistance-required/
Presented by Cold Open Stories - www.coldopenstories.com
Written by Kyle Hagen - https://x.com/Iron_Shrike
Performed by Philip C. - https://x.com/AWhaleVO
Directed & Produced by Colyn DeGraaff
Join our writing community on Discord! - https://discord.com/invite/TCngW3w
The following story was an official selection in our 1,000 word fast fiction contest - an unofficial love letter to the universe of Warhammer 40,000. If you love to write, read, or are just looking for more great content like this, head on over to ColdOpenStories.com. When you visit the site, be sure to check out the fanfiction and original Short Fiction anthologies, audiobooks, and award-winning Full Cast Audio Dramas.
Password123 [Fast Fiction]
2024/11/15
Password123 🔐 Read the full story at https://40k.coldopenstories.com/password123/
Presented by Cold Open Stories - www.coldopenstories.com
Written by Lincoln Addington
Performed by Kailynn Harbert - https://x.com/KailynnHarbert
Directed & Produced by Colyn DeGraaff
Join our writing community on Discord! - https://discord.com/invite/TCngW3w
The following story was an official selection in our 1,000 word fast fiction contest - an unofficial love letter to the universe of Warhammer 40,000. If you love to write, read, or are just looking for more great content like this, head on over to ColdOpenStories.com. When you visit the site, be sure to check out the fanfiction and original Short Fiction anthologies, audiobooks, and award-winning Full Cast Audio Dramas.
Traitor's Sight [Fast Fiction]
2024/11/08
Traitor's Sight 🙈
Read the full story at https://40k.coldopenstories.com/traitors-sight/
Presented by Cold Open Stories - www.coldopenstories.com
Written by Liam Taylor
Performed by Matthew Houlihan - https://www.instagram.com/houlihanmatt/
Directed & Produced by Colyn DeGraaff
Join our writing community on Discord! - https://discord.com/invite/TCngW3w
The following story was an official selection in our 1,000 word fast fiction contest - an unofficial love letter to the universe of Warhammer 40,000. If you love to write, read, or are just looking for more great content like this, head on over to ColdOpenStories.com. When you visit the site, be sure to check out the fanfiction and original Short Fiction anthologies, audiobooks, and award-winning Full Cast Audio Dramas.
Good Business [Fast Fiction]
2024/11/01
Good Business ⚖️
Read the full story at https://40k.coldopenstories.com/good-business/
Presented by Cold Open Stories - www.coldopenstories.com
Written by Gregory Williams - https://x.com/gwillwrites
Performed by Simon Alison - www.simonalison.com
Directed & Produced by Colyn DeGraaff Join our writing community on Discord! - https://discord.com/invite/TCngW3w
The following story was a winner in our 1,000 word fast fiction contest - an unofficial love letter to the universe of Warhammer 40,000. If you love to write, read, or are just looking for more great content like this, head on over to ColdOpenStories.com. When you visit the site, be sure to check out the fanfiction and original Short Fiction anthologies, audiobooks, and award-winning Full Cast Audio Dramas.
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JoffryO55 2024/12/13
The format Rocks
I love the brief fast fiction format. Interesting stories in digestible lengths. Keep it up!
Mx Self-Destruct 2023/09/08
Enjoyable but
Recently discovered this show, and it’s a lot of fun, but the production quality makes it hard to listen to at times.
Specifically, when there’s a l...
Warhammer Mecdeath 2023/05/14
Much love, plz do long form
I love this program, I miss the long form stories. Multiple episodes, in-depth concepts. I could be wrong, just how I feel.
Binarytechnician 2021/07/12
Great content but technical issues
These are some of the most fleshed out fan fictions I’ve read/listened to in any setting. There are great lore references, the grimdark is alive and w...
magekhatts 2020/08/16
I love this
I love the stories and the sound quality and production is amazing! I haven’t heard anything like it
TroySterling 2020/06/27
Well worth a listen.
I highly recommend listening to Cold Open Stories productions. The production value is excellent. These are audio dramas with well-cast roles. You m...
Toro317 2020/04/22
Awesome talent
Great talent can’t wait for more
Revan3917 2020/02/25
Amazing talent definitely worth hearing
👌🏻👌🏻
St.VitusDance 2019/12/08
Super high quality
Well done!
RBerton 2019/08/25
One word, Fantastic
Wow, after listening to the first three episodes. Im at awe at how professional and in depth the episodes are. Great job, I truly cannot wait for the ...
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