THE INNER CIRCLE
STORY LAB
Looking for high-level craft instruction from industry pros, a supportive community, and real, substantive feedback on your work?
Consider joining THE INNER CIRCLE STORY LAB.
You’ll be amazed at the progress you can make
in just six months.
NOW TAKING DEPOSITS FOR OUR NEXT SESSION!
FEBRUARY 18 - AUGUST 19, 2026
See details and registration info below.
“Lorin has created such a unique program in the Inner Circle. Not only are there great webinars to help me improve all areas of my craft but I love the personal one-on-ones with Lorin for brainstorming and revision help. One of my favorite parts of the program is the camaraderie with other writers who are struggling with similar issues. I deeply appreciate having a community and not feeling as if I’m doing this all alone. Belonging to the Inner Circle has upped my writing skill and gives me accountability so I actually get the work done! ”
Limited to thirty participants, this group will work together for six months, between February 18 and August 19, 2026 to make and keep its commitment to the progress of its members.
Program includes:
All TWENTY+ Winter-Summer, 2026 Success Series webinars, recordings, handouts, and PDF presentations as offered. See current webinar page for list and descriptions of current session offerings (Thursdays, 7:30 PM ET - 9:30 PM ET) to get an idea of speakers and caliber of topics.
Detailed editorial feedback from editor/author Lorin Oberweger on 5,000 words per month (approximately 120 pages total).
Detailed editorial feedback from editor/author Brenda Windberg on 5,000 words per month. (approximately 120 pages total).
Half-hour individual check-in/story development consultation with Lorin each month via Zoom.
Bi-weekly writing sprints with Brenda Windberg.
NEW in 2026: Six-month access to THE TROVE, featuring 80+ webinar recordings, helpful handouts, and more!
NEW in 2026: Complimentary FULL registration for the upcoming Story 360 Virtual Advanced Fiction Workshop,a virtual writing workshop, which will be held in June 2026, featuring a day-long masterclass with Donald Maass and additional classes from Jonathan Maberry, Jordan Rosenfeld, Janice Hardy, Steven James, Sheree Greer, Leah Henderson, Sarah Fisk, and Lorin Oberweger (details to come).
Twice-monthly group check-ins, Q&A, brainstorming and writing practices via Zoom (Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30 PM ET).
Small group critique pods with other program participants.
Monthly goal setting.
Dedicated group forum/message boards for sharing pages, asking questions, talking shop, offering inspiration, providing resources and bolstering each other’s motivation.
Access to more than a dozen additional recorded webinars from Lorin and others.
Support, accountability, and community, as promised!
Pricing:
$435/per month for six months or $2495 if paid in full.
Currently accepting deposits of $500 to reserve spots in the next program.
Those paying in installments will be charged automatically each month.
CANCELLATION POLICY: Full refund if registration is canceled prior to launch of program. Unfortunately, we are unable to refund those who drop out during the course of the program unless it’s early on, and we’re able to fill your spot.
“The Inner Circle is an outstanding balance of accountability, story help, critiquing, learning, and deep-diving into craft. Writers at every level will find the community a safe and trusted space for creativity, motivation, and questions. I especially appreciate Lorin’s and Brenda’s excellent feedback on my pages and the monthly one-on-one with Lorin. I love my time in the Inner Circle and am so glad it’s a part of my writing journey.”