bmad-editorial-review-prose

Review markdown, plain text, or XML content for comprehension issues.

Updated Jul 11, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/marcmontecalvo/kinward --skill bmad-editorial-review-prose-marcmontecalvo
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: bmad-editorial-review-prose
Source: https://github.com/marcmontecalvo/kinward/tree/main/.agents/skills/bmad-editorial-review-prose
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/marcmontecalvo/kinward --skill bmad-editorial-review-prose-marcmontecalvo

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill addresses communication barriers in written content by providing precise, objective editorial feedback that improves clarity without altering the author's original intent or voice.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Clinical Review: Applies Microsoft Writing Style Guide principles to identify comprehension issues.
  • Context-Aware Editing: Supports specific style guides and dual-mode calibration for either human readers or LLM-optimized precision.
  • Use Case: Use this when you need to ensure a technical document or professional email is clear, concise, and free of communication friction before sending it to stakeholders.

Quick Start

Provide the text you want reviewed to the bmad-editorial-review-prose skill to receive a structured table of suggested improvements.

Frequently Asked Questions about bmad-editorial-review-prose

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I copy-edit markdown or plain text to improve clarity without changing my original voice?

You can copy-edit markdown, plain text, or XML to improve clarity by receiving a structured table of suggested improvements that identify communication friction. This clinical review preserves your authorial voice while ensuring style-guide compliance.

What is the best way to review technical documents for communication friction before sending them to stakeholders?

The best way to review technical documents for communication friction is to apply clinical copy-editing principles based on the Microsoft Writing Style Guide. This objective review identifies comprehension issues and provides precise editorial feedback for clear stakeholder communication.

Does clinical copy-editing support dual-mode calibration for human readers versus LLM-optimized precision?

Yes, clinical copy-editing supports dual-mode calibration allowing you to target either human readers or LLM-optimized precision. Context-aware editing validates input length and reader-type parameters to ensure the output meets specific style-guide requirements.

Can I use a style guide to review XML inputs for professional communication issues?

Yes, you can use style guide principles to review XML inputs for professional communication issues. The review process operates on markdown, plain text, or XML to identify barriers and suggest minimal, high-impact editorial fixes that ensure comprehension.

What are the limitations of using automated prose review for preserving authorial voice?

The limitation of automated prose review is that it focuses strictly on identifying and suggesting minimal fixes for comprehension barriers without rewriting content. It preserves the original authorial voice by design, meaning it will not perform heavy structural rewrites or alter foundational intent.