dialogue

Diagnose dialogue-level problems in fiction and report interventions.

8|3|Updated Jan 1, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jwynia/the-kepler-testimonies --skill dialogue-jwynia
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Skill: dialogue
Source: https://github.com/jwynia/the-kepler-testimonies/tree/main/.claude/skills/dialogue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jwynia/the-kepler-testimonies --skill dialogue-jwynia

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Diagnose dialogue-level problems in fiction. Identify why conversations feel flat, or voices sound identical, and guide writers toward dialogue that carries multiple purposes (plot, character, subtext).

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Diagnose identical voices and wooden dialogue, detect missing subtext, and flag pacing issues.
  • Analyze scenes, chapters, or longer manuscripts to improve character differentiation, tension, and relationship dynamics.
  • Provide structured, actionable interventions and a report to guide revision sessions.

Quick Start

Provide a diagnostic report for a given scene and receive targeted interventions to improve dialogue.

Frequently Asked Questions about dialogue

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I fix flat dialogue and make character voices sound distinct?

Fix flat dialogue by diagnosing voice consistency and subtext gaps in your fiction. This analysis identifies why conversations feel wooden and suggests interventions to differentiate character voices and improve relationship dynamics.

How do I add subtext to fictional conversations?

Add subtext to fictional conversations by detecting missing underlying meanings in your scenes. The analysis flags subtext gaps and provides a practical plan to layer plot, character, and tension into the spoken words.

What causes pacing issues in dialogue scenes?

Pacing issues in dialogue scenes stem from undifferentiated voices and missing subtext. Diagnostic analysis detects these problems, explains why conversations drag, and provides targeted interventions to improve scene tension and relationship dynamics.

Can I analyze dialogue across a full fiction manuscript?

Yes, you can analyze dialogue across a full fiction manuscript. The diagnostic process scales from individual scenes to chapters and longer manuscripts, detecting voice consistency and tag usage issues throughout the entire text.

How do I improve dialogue tags and character voice in my writing?

Improve dialogue tags and character voice by running a diagnostic report on your scene. The analysis flags tag usage problems and provides a structured, actionable plan to guide your revision sessions for better voice differentiation.

What is the best way to diagnose why my story conversations feel wooden?

The best way to diagnose wooden story conversations is to analyze scenes for identical voices and missing subtext. This diagnostic approach reports the specific problems and suggests targeted interventions to carry multiple purposes in dialogue.