blog-calendar

Generate SEO editorial calendars with topic clusters, publishing cadence, and freshness update schedules.

8|5|Updated Feb 18, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/shenxingy/Clade --skill blog-calendar-shenxingy
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Skill: blog-calendar
Source: https://github.com/shenxingy/Clade/tree/main/configs/skills/blog-calendar
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/shenxingy/Clade --skill blog-calendar-shenxingy

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Produces a complete editorial calendar that balances topic clusters, publishing cadence, and ongoing freshness updates so blog content stays relevant for both humans and AI citations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Topic cluster planning: Designs 3–5 clusters (pillar + supporting pages) with internal-link structure and content-type variety.
  • Content decay detection: Reviews existing posts’ lastUpdated/date metadata to flag staleness and prioritize refresh work.
  • Freshness scheduling & distribution planning: Creates update cycles (30/90/annual), adds seasonal/trending hooks, and schedules how to distribute each post.

Quick Start

Use the blog-calendar skill with your niche and an editing timeframe to generate a monthly or quarterly publishing plan, freshness update queue, and distribution schedule.

Frequently Asked Questions about blog-calendar

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I plan an SEO editorial calendar with content freshness updates?

Plan an SEO editorial calendar by generating topic clusters, setting publishing cadence, and scheduling 30/90/annual freshness update cycles alongside distribution plans. This structured approach balances new content creation with ongoing refresh work to maintain citation relevance.

What is content decay detection and how does it flag stale blog posts?

Content decay detection identifies stale blog posts by reviewing existing lastUpdated and date metadata. It flags posts requiring refresh work and prioritizes them in the editorial calendar queue based on staleness severity and citation freshness requirements.

How do I schedule seasonal hooks and distribution for a blog content mix?

Schedule seasonal hooks and distribution by integrating trending topics into the editorial calendar and mapping distribution channels for each post. The resulting content mix balances pillar pages, supporting articles, and seasonal updates across monthly or quarterly publishing plans.

Can I plan topic clusters for a niche with prior content and citation requirements?

Yes, you can plan 3–5 topic clusters (pillar plus supporting pages) for niches with prior content and citation freshness requirements. The planning process structures internal-link relationships and varies content types within each cluster to maximize SEO relevance.

How do I structure a quarterly blog publishing plan with refresh schedules?

Structure a quarterly blog publishing plan by selecting a publishing cadence, assigning topic clusters to time slots, and generating a parallel refresh schedule. Output includes structured calendar tables, decay reports, and distribution schedules for each content piece.

Why does my blog content lose search relevance over time and how do I fix it?

Blog content loses search relevance due to content decay, where outdated metadata signals staleness to search engines. Fix this by scheduling regular freshness update cycles (30/90/annual) that refresh existing posts and re-distribute them to maintain AI citation eligibility.