dp-review-reader

Evaluate a chapter draft on four reader-experience dimensions.

66|5|Updated Mar 29, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/skyfiredao/dreampowers --skill dp-review-reader
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: dp-review-reader
Source: https://github.com/skyfiredao/dreampowers/tree/main/skills/dp-review-reader
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/skyfiredao/dreampowers --skill dp-review-reader

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps authors validate whether a chapter feels authentic to a first-time reader by simulating a cold-read experience without relying on full backstory or world rules.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Four independent evaluation dimensions (page-turn urge, cognitive load, empathy, and pacing feel) each scored 1-5.
  • Cold-read mode that only uses already-written chapter content and immediate text cues, not outlines or worldbuilding details.
  • Structured reporting with issue tagging and actionable notes to guide revision.
  • External review workflow integration: can be used within the dp-chapter-draft external review loop to surface reader-facing insights.
  • Use Case: an author tests a chapter draft to detect where readers pause or lose empathy, then iterates before the next revision.

Quick Start

Run the dp-review-reader on the target chapter draft to generate a four-dimension reader evaluation.

Frequently Asked Questions about dp-review-reader

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I test reader experience for a chapter draft from a cold-read perspective?

To test reader experience from a cold-read perspective, you evaluate the chapter draft independently of outlines or worldbuilding. This process simulates a first-time reader to assess page-turning urge, cognitive load, empathy, and pacing using only the immediate text cues.

What is cold-read mode chapter review and when do I need it?

Cold-read mode chapter review is an evaluation method that analyzes a chapter draft without relying on backstory or world rules. You need it to validate whether your narrative feels authentic and engaging to a first-time reader by scoring page-turn urge, cognitive load, empathy, and pacing feel.

How do I assess narrative pacing and cognitive load in my writing?

You assess narrative pacing and cognitive load by running a structured evaluation on your chapter draft. This generates a four-dimension report that scores pacing feel and cognitive load from one to five, highlighting specific issues where readers might pause or lose interest.

Does chapter review work without providing worldbuilding documents or outlines?

Chapter review works completely without worldbuilding documents or outlines. The cold-read mode intentionally uses only the already-written chapter content and immediate text cues to ensure the evaluation matches the authentic experience of a first-time reader.

How do I get actionable revision notes from a reader experience evaluation?

To get actionable revision notes from a reader experience evaluation, you run the assessment on your chapter draft. It outputs a structured four-dimension report with issue tagging and specific revision suggestions to guide your next iteration.

Can I use empathy testing within an external chapter review workflow?

You can use empathy testing within an external chapter review workflow. The evaluation functions as an external review loop to surface reader-facing insights, detecting exactly where readers lose empathy or pause before you iterate on the next revision.