blog-copywriting

Draft, rewrite, and edit MDX blog posts using four reference voices and an editing checklist.

Updated Jul 21, 2013
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/lifeiscontent/lifeiscontent.net --skill blog-copywriting-lifeiscontent
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: blog-copywriting
Source: https://github.com/lifeiscontent/lifeiscontent.net/tree/main/.claude/skills/blog-copywriting
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/lifeiscontent/lifeiscontent.net --skill blog-copywriting-lifeiscontent

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Writers often struggle to maintain a consistent, authentic voice across posts and to follow a rigorous editorial checklist. This Skill provides a structured workflow to draft, rewrite, or edit blog content so it reads like a thoughtful practitioner wrote it casually, anchored to four reference voices and a strict checklist that eliminates common AI tells.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Anchor voices: Follow guidance from Josh Comeau, Kent C. Dodds, Dan Abramov, and Chris McCord to shape tone and framing.
  • Editing checklist: Apply a concrete, step-by-step checklist to remove common AI tells and tighten prose.
  • MDX-aware workflow: Operates on posts in src/content/blog-postings/ as MDX with YAML frontmatter for predictable builds.
  • Use Case: Draft a new post, rewrite an existing draft, or edit prose anywhere in the blog while preserving factual content.

Quick Start

Draft your next blog post by applying the blog-copywriting workflow to a new or existing MDX file in src/content/blog-postings/.

Frequently Asked Questions about blog-copywriting

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

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How do I maintain voice consistency across MDX blog posts?▼

To maintain voice consistency across MDX blog posts, this Skill applies a structured editorial workflow anchored to four reference voices (Comeau, Dodds, Abramov, McCord). It drafts, rewrites, and edits prose in src/content/blog-postings/ to ensure a consistent, authentic practitioner tone.

How do I remove AI tells from generated blog content?▼

To remove AI tells from generated blog content, this Skill applies a concrete, step-by-step editing checklist that strips common AI writing patterns. It tightens prose and adjusts framing during the MDX editing workflow to make the output read naturally.

Can I draft new MDX blog entries with a specific writer's tone?▼

Yes, you can draft new MDX blog entries with a specific writer's tone by using the four-voice anchor system. The Skill shapes tone and framing based on reference guidance from Comeau, Dodds, Abramov, and McCord while enforcing frontmatter-consistent formatting.

What's the best way to edit existing MDX blog drafts without changing facts?▼

The best way to edit existing MDX blog drafts without changing facts is applying the structured copy workflow to src/content/blog-postings/. This Skill rewrites and tightens prose using the anchor voices and editing checklist while preserving all original factual content.

Does this blog copywriting workflow enforce YAML frontmatter format?▼

Yes, this blog copywriting workflow enforces a YAML frontmatter-consistent format. It operates on MDX files within src/content/blog-postings/ to ensure predictable builds and standardized metadata alongside the edited content.

When do I need an editorial checklist for MDX blog posts?▼

You need an editorial checklist for MDX blog posts when struggling to maintain a rigorous standard and authentic voice. This Skill provides a step-by-step checklist to eliminate common AI tells and tighten prose during the drafting and rewriting process.