book-sft-pipeline

Convert books into StyleFT datasets for training language models.

Updated Jun 12, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Kushal9889/claude-plugins --skill book-sft-pipeline-kushal9889
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: book-sft-pipeline
Source: https://github.com/Kushal9889/claude-plugins/tree/main/context-engineering/examples/book-sft-pipeline
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Kushal9889/claude-plugins --skill book-sft-pipeline-kushal9889

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires pypdf, pdfplumber, pdf2image, tinker, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps users train language models to write in any author's style by creating StyleFT (SFT) datasets from books.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Dataset Creation: Convert books into SFT datasets with semantic segmentation and diverse instruction generation.
  • Model Training: Fine-tune models on SFT datasets with LoRA (Low-Rank Adaptation) on platforms like Tinker.
  • Use Case: If you want to train a model to write like Gertrude Stein, use this Skill to convert her book "Three Lives" into an SFT dataset and train a model with it.

Quick Start

Install the 'book-sft-pipeline' plugin from the 'context-engineering-marketplace'. Copy the 'SKILL.md' to your '.rules' or project skills folder and reference it in your agent's context.

Frequently Asked Questions about book-sft-pipeline

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I train a language model to write in a specific author's style?

You can train a language model in a specific author's style by converting their books into SFT (StyleFT) datasets and applying LoRA fine-tuning. This process uses text segmentation and diverse prompt generation to capture the authorial voice.

What is an SFT dataset and how is it generated from a book?

An SFT dataset is a collection of style transfer training data generated from a book through semantic text segmentation and diverse instruction generation. It structures the original text into prompt-response pairs that teach a model the authorial voice.

Can I use Tinker to fine-tune a language model with LoRA on an SFT dataset?

Yes, Tinker is used for model training in this pipeline. You can fine-tune language models on the generated SFT datasets using LoRA (Low-Rank Adaptation) directly within the Tinker platform.

What Python libraries are needed to convert PDF books into SFT datasets?

You need pypdf, pdfplumber, and pdf2image to extract and process text from PDF books. These libraries handle the text segmentation required before generating the SFT dataset.

Does this book conversion pipeline support educational and research scenarios?

Yes, the SFT dataset creation pipeline applies to educational, creative, and research scenarios where authorial voice and style are important. It helps train models for specific stylistic outputs across these domains.

What is the best way to capture an author's voice for language model style transfer?

The best way to capture an author's voice is using SFT dataset creation with semantic text segmentation and diverse prompt generation. This approach ensures the stylistic nuances are preserved for LoRA fine-tuning.