book-to-skill

Convert methodology books from PDF or TXT into structured SKILL.md files.

11|3|Updated Jan 22, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/sarahxu0205/myskills --skill book-to-skill-sarahxu0205
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Skill: book-to-skill
Source: https://github.com/sarahxu0205/myskills/tree/main/book-to-skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sarahxu0205/myskills --skill book-to-skill-sarahxu0205

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

You want to convert a long methodology book (PDF/TXT) into a structured, reusable Skill, instead of reading and extracting the core steps manually every time.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Book parsing & chapter detection: Extracts book metadata, full text, and detects chapter/section structure from PDF or TXT.
  • 16-question method extraction: Uses a fixed framework to transform the book’s ideas into structured outputs (positioning, steps, rules, warnings, validation, AI assistance, and more).
  • Generates standardized Skill documentation: Produces a ready-to-use Skill folder structure by generating a new SKILL.md with consistent sections.

Quick Start

Upload a PDF or TXT and ask: "Convert this book into a reusable skill using the 16-question framework, then generate the output Skill directory."

Frequently Asked Questions about book-to-skill

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I convert a methodology book into a reusable framework?

To convert a methodology book into a reusable framework, you can upload the PDF or TXT file to parse the text and apply a 16-question analysis template. This extracts actionable steps, rules, and warnings to generate a standardized Skill output.

What is the 16-question method extraction process for book analysis?

The 16-question method extraction process is a fixed framework that transforms a book's ideas into structured outputs. It identifies positioning, actionable steps, validation criteria, and AI assistance rules from the parsed text to create standardized documentation.

Does this book parsing tool work with both PDF and TXT formats?

Yes, this book parsing tool works with both PDF and TXT formats. It extracts book metadata, detects chapter and section structures, and parses the full text to prepare the content for the method extraction workflow.

How do I extract actionable steps and rules from a knowledge management book?

You can extract actionable steps and rules from a knowledge management book by running the parsed text through a structured 16-question analysis template. This process identifies specific warnings, validation criteria, and frameworks to generate a ready-to-use Skill directory.

Can I generate a standardized SKILL.md directly from a PDF?

Yes, you can generate a standardized SKILL.md directly from a PDF. The tool parses the document, applies the 16-question extraction template, and produces a ready-to-use Skill folder structure with consistent sections for your workflows.

What are the limitations of automated book analysis for skill generation?

Automated book analysis for skill generation is limited to extracting structured frameworks from methodology books in PDF or TXT formats. It requires parsing the full text and applying a fixed 16-question template, making it less suitable for narrative or non-methodological literature.