Year-Long Novel Incubator: Transform Your Early Draft Into a Polished, Publication-Ready Novel — 12-Month Online Fiction Mentorship with Joss Lake Starts Tuesday, January 12th, 2027

Apply for the 2027 Year-Long Novel Incubator

Applications are open for Joss Lake's 12-month MFA-level fiction mentorship. Between 6 and 12 writers will be accepted.

• Begins Tuesday, January 12, 2027
• Meets every other Tuesday via Zoom, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM ET
• 26 class meetings across the year
• Tuition is $7,200 USD, due only after you receive an acceptance notification

This program is for intermediate to advanced fiction writers with a draft already underway. We recommend at least 25,000 words, and the ability to commit 10–15 hours a week to your novel.

Read the full program description, course structure, and guest faculty

Complete the form below to apply. Early applications are encouraged, as space is limited.