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story-sense

Diagnose a story's current state and identify targeted interventions for forward progress.

8|3|Updated Jan 1, 2026
Search Tags:#writing#pacing#frameworks#story#diagnostics#worldbuilding
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jwynia/the-kepler-testimonies --skill story-sense
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: story-sense
Source: https://github.com/jwynia/the-kepler-testimonies/tree/main/.claude/skills/story-sense
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jwynia/the-kepler-testimonies --skill story-sense

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Writers encounter stuck story states and unclear next steps; this skill identifies the current state and prescribes targeted interventions to move the narrative forward.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Diagnose the current story state to reveal what is missing or misaligned.
  • Recommend frameworks and interventions tailored to the identified state.
  • Persist diagnostic outputs across sessions for ongoing revision and evaluation.

Quick Start

Describe the current story state to me and I will generate a diagnostic with recommended next steps.

Frequently Asked Questions about story-sense

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I diagnose pacing problems and flat characters in my story?▼

A story diagnostic identifies pacing problems and flat characters by analyzing the current narrative state, evaluating evidence, and prescribing targeted interventions to move the story forward.

What is the best way to fix worldbuilding gaps in a narrative?▼

To fix worldbuilding gaps, a diagnostic approach assesses the story state to pinpoint missing or misaligned elements, then recommends tailored frameworks and interventions to resolve them.

How do I get clear next steps when I am stuck writing a story?▼

Getting unstuck requires diagnosing the current story state to reveal what is missing, which produces a structured output of recommended interventions and next steps to move the narrative forward.

Can I use a diagnostic framework for story revision across multiple genres?▼

Yes, you can apply a story diagnostic framework across genres to identify issues like worldbuilding gaps, flat characters, pacing problems, or weak endings, and get tailored revision recommendations.

Does story diagnostic output persist across writing sessions for ongoing revision?▼

Story diagnostic outputs persist across sessions, allowing you to retain the diagnosed state, recommended interventions, and reassessment notes for ongoing revision and evaluation.

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