How does the metaphor consistency tool work?

It analyzes your writing to ensure your central metaphor illuminates your advice effectively without becoming forced, confusing, or contradictory.

What is a 'Transformation Arc' in this context?

The transformation arc is the designed journey the reader takes from their initial pain point (the before state) to the promised outcome (the after state).

Can I use this for writing a novel?

No, this skill is specifically optimized for nonfiction. For fiction projects, the fiction-workshop skill is recommended.

Does it help with maintaining a specific tone?

Yes, the 'Voice Editor' mode specifically checks for tone consistency across chapters to ensure your author persona remains stable and engaging.

Can this help with designing reader exercises?

Yes, it includes specialized guidance for creating scaffolded exercises that grow in complexity as the reader progresses through the book's narrative.

Narrative Nonfiction Workshop

Name: Narrative Nonfiction Workshop
Author: rhavekost

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Content Management

Guides authors through the process of writing self-help books and prescriptive guides using compelling storytelling and transformation arcs.

About

This skill provides a structured workflow for creating high-impact narrative nonfiction, blending practical advice with narrative elements to guide readers through a personal transformation. It helps authors build a strong foundation with central metaphors, design engaging chapter structures that balance teaching with story, and ensure the overall work maintains a consistent voice and logical progression from beginning to end.

Key Features

Extended metaphor management to ensure consistent framing throughout the manuscript.
Transformation arc planning from 'before' to 'after' reader states.
Structured chapter templates featuring hooks, teaching points, and application exercises.
Scaffolded exercise design to match practical application with reader readiness.
Voice consistency auditing to maintain a professional yet conversational author persona.
1 GitHub stars

Use Cases

Writing a self-help book that uses personal anecdotes to illustrate life lessons.
Drafting a memoir that includes prescriptive 'takeaway' lessons for the reader.
Refining a business guide that employs a central metaphor to explain complex concepts.

About

Key Features

Extended metaphor management to ensure consistent framing throughout the manuscript.
Transformation arc planning from 'before' to 'after' reader states.
Structured chapter templates featuring hooks, teaching points, and application exercises.
Scaffolded exercise design to match practical application with reader readiness.
Voice consistency auditing to maintain a professional yet conversational author persona.
1 GitHub stars

Use Cases

Writing a self-help book that uses personal anecdotes to illustrate life lessons.
Drafting a memoir that includes prescriptive 'takeaway' lessons for the reader.
Refining a business guide that employs a central metaphor to explain complex concepts.