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Fiction Podcast Script Template

A free, production-ready script template for audio dramas and narrative podcasts. Multi-speaker format, sound cue notation, and scene structure — all included. Copy and use instantly.

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What's Included in the Template

Everything you need to write a production-ready fiction podcast script, from the first scene to the final line.

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Multi-Speaker Dialogue Format

Character names in ALL CAPS with dialogue formatting — the standard audio drama format used by productions worldwide and optimized for ZenMic's voice assignment.

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Sound Cue Notation

Correctly formatted [SOUND CUE] and [MUSIC] notation for ambient effects and transitions — consistent with professional audio drama production standards.

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Episode Scene Structure

Pre-built scene headers (SCENE 1, SCENE 2) with opening hooks, rising action beats, climax structure, and closing cliffhanger framework.

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Character Sheet Section

A built-in character register to document each speaking role, their voice personality, and their speech patterns before you begin scripting.

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Word Count Guide

Episode length reference table built into the template — so you always know if your script is hitting the right length for your target episode duration.

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Narrator Format

Properly formatted NARRATOR lines for scene-setting and context — separate from character dialogue so ZenMic assigns narration to the right voice.

The Template

Copy the template below and use it to write your audio drama script. When your script is complete, paste it into ZenMic to generate your finished episode.

s1: [whispers] Did you hear that? Outside the door.

s2: [pauses] It's just the wind against the shutters. You've been on edge all night.

s1: [serious] It's not the wind. The last transmission from base said we had twenty minutes before the perimeter collapsed.

s2: [chuckles] And you believed them? That was three hours ago. We're still standing.

s1: [excitedly] Look at the monitor! The signal frequency just spiked by four hundred percent.

s2: [gasp] That's impossible... that transmitter was offline for thirty years.

s1: [warm] Then we're not alone out here after all. Get your gear ready.

s2: [deliberate] If we open that airlock, there's no turning back.

s1: [whispers] Then let's make sure we find what we came for.

s1: [panicked] Tell me you didn't press the red switch.

s2: [hesitates] You said the red switch engages the backup generator!

s1: [sighs] I said the BLUE switch! The red switch overrides the vault containment field!

s2: [pauses] Okay, don't panic. How long do we have before the pressure drops?

s1: [fast] Sixty seconds. We need the bypass code from the control room.

s2: [determination] On it. Keep the main valve closed while I reroute the power grid.

s1: [excitedly] It's holding! The secondary seal caught just in time!

s2: [laughs] Next time, label the buttons with actual words, not color codes.

s1: [excitedly] Welcome to today's episode! We're breaking down a huge breakthrough in AI audio.

s2: [warm] That's right! Many creators have been asking how natural multi-speaker synthesis really is today.

s1: [chuckles] When you hear the timing, emotional nuance, and flow, it sounds like two people in the same recording studio.

s2: [laughs] Exactly — and you don't even need a microphone to get started. Let's show you how it works!

How to Use This Template

Copy the template that fits your episode length

Choose Full Episode (20–45 min), Microdrama (5–15 min), or Minimal Starter. Click the Copy button and paste into your writing tool of choice.

Fill in the Character Register first

Before writing dialogue, define each character's voice personality in the Character Register. This keeps voices consistent throughout the episode and helps you write more distinctly for each speaker.

Write your dialogue — keep speaker names in ALL CAPS

Replace the placeholder lines with your dialogue. Keep character names in ALL CAPS as speaker labels — this is critical for ZenMic to correctly assign voices to each character.

Read it aloud before production

Before pasting into ZenMic, read the entire script aloud once. You'll immediately catch unnatural dialogue, pacing issues, and lines that don't work in audio.

Paste into ZenMic and generate your episode

Paste your completed script into ZenMic, select Narrative/Drama mode, and assign an AI voice to each character. Your finished audio drama episode will be ready in minutes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What format should a fiction podcast script use?

Audio drama scripts use character names in ALL CAPS above dialogue lines, square brackets for sound cues, and a NARRATOR label for non-character narration. This template follows that standard.

Can I use this template with ZenMic?

Yes. This template is optimized for ZenMic's Narrative/Drama mode. Copy your completed script and paste it into ZenMic to generate your finished audio drama episode automatically.

How long should a fiction podcast script be?

A 10-minute microdrama episode needs approximately 1,500 words. A 25-minute episode needs roughly 3,500 words. A 45-minute full episode typically runs 6,000+ words. Estimate 150 spoken words per minute.

What's the difference between a fiction podcast script and a regular podcast script?

A regular podcast script is typically a monologue or interview outline. A fiction podcast script is a multi-speaker dramatic script with character dialogue, narration, sound cues, and scene structure — similar to a radio play formatted for audio production.