story-editor

Identify engagement gaps in drafts and propose sharpening opportunities without rewriting.

Updated Aug 27, 2026

Search Tags:#storytelling #pacing #editing #hooks #engagement #withholding #endings

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/dewittn/dotfiles --skill story-editor

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: story-editor
Source: https://github.com/dewittn/dotfiles/tree/main/.claude/skills/story-editor
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dewittn/dotfiles --skill story-editor

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Evaluate drafts for engagement and suggest where to sharpen. This skill identifies opportunities — it does not rewrite. The goal is to help the writer see where hooks, withholding, and reveals could hit harder.

Core Features & Use Cases

Hook evaluation and tension insights
Withholding and pacing guidance
Recognition moments placement and pacing
Endings guidance for series or standalone pieces
Works alongside story-circle-brainstorm and story-developer to improve drafts before polish.

Quick Start

Input a draft and output a focused engagement critique detailing hook, withholding, pacing, recognition moments, and ending suggestions.

Frequently Asked Questions about story-editor

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

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How do I evaluate my story draft for weak hooks and pacing issues?▼

To evaluate story drafts for engagement, you need a structured critique of your hook, withholding, pacing, and ending. This identifies specific engagement gaps and proposes concrete sharpening opportunities without rewriting your original text.

What is the best way to improve flat pacing in a blog post or essay?▼

Improving flat pacing in a blog post or essay requires analyzing recognition moments and withholding techniques. A focused critique can pinpoint where tension drops and suggest actionable cues to sharpen the narrative flow before final polish.

Can I get actionable editing suggestions for my newsletter without rewriting the content?▼

Yes, you can get actionable editing suggestions without rewriting. The process evaluates your draft's hook, pacing, and ending, returning targeted sharpening opportunities that align with your goals while preserving your original writing voice.

Does story editing guidance work for series installments as well as standalone pieces?▼

Story editing guidance works for both series installments and standalone pieces. It evaluates endings and withholding specifically tailored to your format, ensuring your pacing and hooks sustain engagement across multiple installments or a single narrative.

How do recognition moments affect story engagement and pacing?▼

Recognition moments directly affect story engagement by providing satisfying reveals and structural pacing anchors. Evaluating their placement ensures your withholding techniques build sufficient tension, preventing flatness and maximizing the hook's impact.

Why does my story feel flat even though the plot is complete?▼

A story feels flat despite a complete plot due to weak hooks, insufficient withholding, or misplaced recognition moments. An engagement critique identifies these specific structural gaps and suggests sharpening cues to heighten tension.