narrative circle

noun
UK /ˈnær.ə.tɪv ˈsɜː.kəl/
US /ˈner.ə.tɪv ˈsɝː.kəl/

A group of people who tell and share stories together.

The children sat in a narrative circle and took turns telling stories.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A recurring pattern or loop in how a story is told.

The film's narrative circle brings the hero back to where he began.

3. A community or network of writers who share and discuss stories.

She joined a narrative circle to get feedback on her novel.

4. A circular seating arrangement used for group storytelling.

We formed a narrative circle around the campfire.