I know you may get tired of hearing AG stuff (haven't decided if I'm just going to call her "Aggie" and yes I have decided AG is female vs both claude and chat being male in my world)..... but I'm sharing anyways
We created a workflow inside the system to write the chapters of the books without me having to tell it each time. If you are creating this within your own AG set up - ask it to create it for your specific book/series. It DOES write multiple chapters at a time when I ask it (I usually go for 3-4 at a time now)
1. **Context & Preparation**
- Identify the current **Series** and **Book Number** from the user's request or active workspace.
- Locate and read the following key files. Use `find_by_name` if paths are not immediately obvious:
- **Series Bible**: (e.g., `Series_Bible.md`) for characters, setting, and ongoing plots. - **Style Guide**: (e.g., `style_guide.md`) for tone, voice, and formatting rules. - **Chapter Outline**: (e.g., `Book_X_Chapter_Outline.md`) for the specific scenes, beats, and ending hooks. - **Previous Chapter**: The file of the chapter immediately preceding the target chapter (for continuity of time, location, mood).
2. **Plan the Chapter**
- Based on the read materials, outline the following before writing:
- **POV**: Confirm the Point of View characters (e.g., First Person/Andi Steele).
- **Goal**: Define the chapter's main objective.
- **Sensory Details**: List 3-5 key details relevant to the setting (sights, sounds, smells, food).
- **B-Plot**: Identify any B-plot elements or relationship tension to advance.
3. **Drafting**
- Create or overwrite the chapter file (e.g., `Book_X/Chapter_XX.md`). - Write the content following this structure:
- **Opening**: Start with a strong observational hook, immediate action, or reactive beat.
- **Middle**: Advance the plot. If applicable, mix "competence moments" (job/skill related) with "plot/mystery moments".
- **Ending**: End with a strong narrative hook, realization, or decisive thought.
- **Voice & Tone**: Ensure character voice consistency (e.g., internal sarcasm, lawyer brain, specific quirks).
- **Formatting**:
- Use `# Chapter [Number]: [Title]` for the header.
- Use standard markdown.
- Italicize text messages and internal emphasis.
4. **Review & Refine**
- **Style Check**: Verify adherence to constraints (e.g., "Cozy Mystery" standards for language, specific capitalization limits).
- **Plot Check**: Ensure the ending matches the outline's required hook.
- **Consistency Check**: Verify character names and locations against the Series Bible.