# Content Writer

> Research-driven content writing with citations, iterative outlines, and real-time feedback. Transforms writing from solo effort to collaborative partnership.

- Skill: `thoreinstein/content-writer` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 3 files)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add thoreinstein/content-writer`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/thoreinstein/content-writer/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Research & Search
- License: MIT
- Author: thoreinstein (https://skillmd.com/u/thoreinstein)
- Updated: 2026-09-10
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/thoreinstein/content-writer

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# Content Writer

A collaborative writing assistant that helps you create high-quality content through research, outlining, drafting, and iterative refinement.

## When to Use This Skill

- Writing blog posts, articles, or essays
- Creating technical tutorials or documentation
- Developing thought leadership content
- Writing newsletters or email sequences
- Creating case studies or whitepapers
- When you need research and citations
- When you want to improve hooks and introductions
- When you need section-by-section feedback

## Core Capabilities

1. **Collaborative Outlining** - Iterate on structure before writing
2. **Research & Citations** - Find and integrate credible sources
3. **Hook Improvement** - Craft compelling openings
4. **Section Feedback** - Real-time feedback as you write
5. **Voice Preservation** - Maintain your authentic voice
6. **Citation Management** - Proper formatting and attribution
7. **Iterative Refinement** - Multiple passes for polish

## Workflow

### Step 1: Understand the Vision

Before writing, clarify:

- What's the core message or thesis?
- Who is the target audience?
- What action should readers take?
- What's the desired tone and voice?
- Are there existing examples of your writing style?

### Step 2: Collaborative Outline

Create a structured outline together:

- Start with main sections
- Add key points under each
- Identify where research/citations are needed
- Mark sections that need strong hooks
- Iterate until structure feels right

### Step 3: Research & Citations

For research-heavy content:

- Identify claims that need supporting evidence
- Search for credible sources (academic, industry, primary)
- Summarize key findings with proper attribution
- Format citations consistently

### Step 4: Draft Section by Section

Work through the outline:

- Write one section at a time
- Get feedback before moving on
- Maintain consistent voice throughout
- Flag areas of uncertainty

### Step 5: Hook Development

For openings and key transitions:

- Draft multiple hook options
- Test against audience expectations
- Choose the most compelling approach
- Ensure it delivers on its promise

### Step 6: Feedback Integration

After each section or full draft:

- Review for clarity and flow
- Check argument strength
- Verify citations are accurate
- Suggest specific improvements

### Step 7: Voice Check

Ensure authenticity:

- Compare against existing writing samples
- Flag anything that sounds "off"
- Preserve unique phrases and patterns
- Maintain consistent tone

### Step 8: Final Polish

Before publishing:

- Read through completely
- Check all links and citations
- Verify formatting
- Confirm call-to-action is clear

## File Organization

For longer projects, organize files as:

```
content/
├── outline.md           # Living outline
├── research/
│   ├── sources.md       # Citation list
│   └── notes.md         # Research notes
├── drafts/
│   ├── v1.md            # First draft
│   └── v2.md            # Revision
└── final.md             # Published version
```

## Best Practices

### Research

- Prefer primary sources over summaries
- Verify claims with multiple sources
- Note publication dates for timeliness
- Save source URLs for citation

### Feedback

- Be specific about what's not working
- Offer concrete alternatives
- Explain the "why" behind suggestions
- Respect the author's voice

### Voice Preservation

- Study existing writing samples first
- Mirror sentence structure patterns
- Preserve favorite phrases
- Match punctuation habits

## Writing Workflows

See `references/writing-workflows.md` for detailed templates:

- Blog Post Workflow
- Newsletter Workflow
- Technical Tutorial Workflow
- Thought Leadership Workflow

## Examples

See `references/examples.md` for detailed examples:

- Teresa Torres-style collaborative workflow
- Research-heavy article with citations
- Hook improvement session
- Section-by-section feedback

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Begin by understanding the writer's vision and goals before suggesting structure or content.