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Draft, edit, and refine articles, posts, and long-form content.

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Draft a blog post from a headline

beginner

Generates a complete, structured blog post from just a headline, saving time on first drafts.

Write a well-structured blog post based on the following headline: "[HEADLINE]". The target audience is [AUDIENCE]. The tone should be [TONE, e.g. conversational, authoritative, inspirational]. The post should be approximately [WORD COUNT] words, include a compelling introduction, at least three main sections with subheadings, and a clear call to action at the end.

How to use: Fill in the headline you have in mind, describe your audience (e.g. 'small business owners'), and specify tone and length to match your publication style.

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Rewrite content for a different audience

beginner

Adapts existing content for a new target audience without losing the core message.

Rewrite the following text so it is appropriate for [NEW AUDIENCE, e.g. 'high school students', 'C-suite executives', 'first-time homebuyers']. Keep all the key information intact but adjust vocabulary, tone, sentence complexity, and examples to suit this new audience. Here is the original text:

[PASTE TEXT HERE]

How to use: Be specific about the new audience — the more detail you provide, the better the adaptation.

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Edit for clarity and concision

beginner

Tightens wordy drafts while preserving meaning and voice, ideal for polishing first drafts.

Edit the following text for clarity and concision. Remove redundant words and phrases, simplify complex sentences, and ensure every sentence earns its place. Do not change the meaning, remove key facts, or alter the author's voice. After the edited version, provide a brief bullet-point list of the main changes you made and why.

[PASTE TEXT HERE]

How to use: Paste any draft text — emails, articles, reports — and review the explanation list to learn from the edits.

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Write a compelling article introduction

beginner

Produces multiple hook options for an article introduction so writers can choose the best fit.

Write three alternative introductory paragraphs for an article titled "[ARTICLE TITLE]". The audience is [AUDIENCE]. Each introduction should use a different hook technique: (1) a surprising or counterintuitive statement, (2) a vivid scene or anecdote, and (3) a provocative question. After all three, briefly explain which scenario each hook works best for.

How to use: Provide a clear article title and audience so the hooks are relevant and specific rather than generic.

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Convert bullet points into prose

beginner

Transforms rough notes or outlines into polished, readable paragraphs.

Convert the following bullet points into flowing, well-written prose suitable for [CONTEXT, e.g. 'a professional report', 'a blog post section', 'a product description']. Maintain all the information, use smooth transitions between ideas, and write in a [TONE] tone.

[PASTE BULLET POINTS HERE]

How to use: Paste any list of bullet points — meeting notes, research findings, feature lists — and specify the destination format.

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Create a detailed content outline

beginner

Builds a thorough, structured outline before writing begins, reducing blank-page anxiety.

Create a detailed outline for a [CONTENT TYPE, e.g. 'long-form article', 'white paper', 'guide'] on the topic "[TOPIC]". The intended audience is [AUDIENCE] and the goal of the piece is [GOAL, e.g. 'to educate', 'to persuade', 'to generate leads']. The outline should include: a working title, a one-sentence thesis or central argument, all major sections with descriptive subheadings, key points to cover under each section, and a suggested conclusion approach.

How to use: Be precise about the goal — 'educate' produces a different structure than 'persuade' or 'convert'.

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Improve paragraph transitions

intermediate

Fixes choppy flow between paragraphs in drafts that feel disjointed.

Review the following text and improve the transitions between paragraphs so the piece reads as a cohesive whole rather than a series of disconnected sections. Use transitional sentences, echo words from the preceding paragraph, or restructure the opening of each paragraph as needed. Show the revised full text and then list each transition change you made.

[PASTE TEXT HERE]

How to use: Works best on multi-paragraph drafts of at least 300 words where flow issues are noticeable.

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Write in a specific author's style

intermediate

Emulates a named author's writing style to explore voice or match a brand persona.

Write a [CONTENT TYPE, e.g. 'short essay', 'opinion piece', 'blog post'] about [TOPIC] in the style of [AUTHOR NAME]. Capture their characteristic sentence structure, vocabulary level, use of metaphor, pacing, and point of view without copying their actual sentences. The piece should be approximately [WORD COUNT] words.

How to use: Choose a well-known author whose style is distinct; the more recognizable the style, the better the output.

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Fact-check and flag unsupported claims

intermediate

Identifies unsupported factual claims in a draft so writers know what to research before publishing.

Review the following text and identify every claim that is presented as factual but is either potentially unverified, vague, or requires a cited source to be credible. For each flagged claim, (1) quote the exact phrase, (2) explain why it needs verification, and (3) suggest what kind of source or evidence would strengthen it. Do not rewrite the text — only produce the flagged list.

[PASTE TEXT HERE]

How to use: Use before publishing any article that makes empirical or statistical claims to catch weak spots.

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Transform a formal report into a blog post

intermediate

Repurposes dense formal writing into reader-friendly blog content for wider distribution.

Transform the following formal report or academic text into an engaging, accessible blog post for a general audience. Simplify jargon, add a narrative arc, use subheadings, and write in an active voice. Keep all the key findings and recommendations intact. Target length: [WORD COUNT] words.

[PASTE REPORT TEXT HERE]

How to use: Paste the full report or a key section; specify word count to control how much detail is retained.

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Generate SEO-optimized meta description and title variants

intermediate

Creates multiple on-page SEO elements for an article so editors can choose the strongest version.

Given the following article content and the primary keyword "[PRIMARY KEYWORD]", produce: (1) five alternative SEO title options (under 60 characters each) that naturally include the keyword and entice clicks, and (2) three meta description variants (under 155 characters each) that summarize the article's value and include the keyword. Label each option clearly.

Article content:
[PASTE ARTICLE CONTENT OR SUMMARY HERE]

How to use: Paste the full article or a detailed summary; the more context provided, the more relevant the titles and descriptions.

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Write a nuanced opinion piece with a counterargument

intermediate

Produces a balanced, persuasive opinion piece that acknowledges and addresses opposing views.

Write an opinion piece of approximately [WORD COUNT] words arguing that [POSITION]. The piece should be written for [PUBLICATION TYPE, e.g. 'a business magazine', 'a general interest newspaper', 'an industry newsletter'] and should: open with a compelling thesis, support the argument with logical reasoning and illustrative examples, dedicate one section to fairly presenting the strongest counterargument, and then rebut that counterargument before concluding with a strong closing statement.

How to use: State a clear, specific position — vague positions produce vague essays. The counterargument section is key to making the piece credible.

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Diagnose and fix a weak conclusion

intermediate

Diagnoses common conclusion problems and rewrites the ending to leave a stronger impression.

Read the following article or essay and critique its conclusion paragraph(s). Identify specific weaknesses (e.g. repeats the introduction too closely, ends abruptly, lacks a forward-looking statement, undermines the argument). Then rewrite the conclusion to fix these issues while staying true to the piece's overall argument and tone.

[PASTE FULL ARTICLE OR JUST THE CONCLUSION HERE]

How to use: Paste the full article for best results; if you only paste the conclusion, also include a one-sentence summary of the article's argument.

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Localize content for a different region

intermediate

Localizes content for a specific regional audience by adapting language, culture, and references.

Adapt the following content for an audience in [TARGET REGION/COUNTRY]. Adjust spelling conventions, currency references, cultural references, idioms, and any examples or case studies so they feel native to that region. Flag any content you are uncertain how to localize and explain why. Preserve the original structure and length as closely as possible.

[PASTE TEXT HERE]

How to use: The more specific the region (e.g. 'Australian small business owners' vs. 'Australia'), the more precise the adaptations.

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Develop a consistent brand voice from examples

intermediate

Uses few-shot examples to replicate a brand's unique voice in new content.

I am going to give you three examples of writing that represent our brand voice. Study them carefully, then write a new [CONTENT TYPE, e.g. 'about us page', 'product description', 'newsletter introduction'] on the topic of [TOPIC] that faithfully reproduces this voice.

Example 1:
[PASTE EXAMPLE 1]

Example 2:
[PASTE EXAMPLE 2]

Example 3:
[PASTE EXAMPLE 3]

After the new piece, list five specific voice characteristics you identified and applied.

How to use: Choose your three best, most representative examples — they set the quality ceiling for the output.

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Write a long-form pillar article with internal linking anchors

advanced

Creates a comprehensive pillar article with built-in internal linking strategy for content hub SEO.

Write a comprehensive pillar article of approximately [WORD COUNT] words on the topic "[TOPIC]" for [AUDIENCE]. Structure the article with: a strong introduction explaining why this topic matters, clearly labeled H2 and H3 subheadings, a logical progression from foundational concepts to advanced considerations, and [NUMBER] internal linking anchor suggestions (formatted as [ANCHOR TEXT] → suggested cluster topic) placed naturally throughout the text where a reader might want to dive deeper. End with a summary section and a clear next-step CTA.

How to use: Specify the number of internal links to match your existing content cluster; increase word count for broader topics.

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Perform a full structural edit with tracked reasoning

advanced

Delivers a detailed editorial assessment across six dimensions, mimicking a professional developmental edit.

Act as a senior editor. Perform a full structural edit of the following piece. Evaluate and provide specific, actionable feedback on: (1) overall argument or narrative arc, (2) section order and logic, (3) paragraph-level coherence, (4) evidence quality and placement, (5) introduction and conclusion effectiveness, and (6) tone consistency. For each area, rate it out of 5, explain your rating, and give at least one concrete revision suggestion. Do not rewrite the piece — provide the editorial memo only.

[PASTE TEXT HERE]

How to use: Use on complete drafts of 500+ words; the structured scoring makes it easy to prioritize revisions.

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Write a data-driven narrative from raw statistics

advanced

Converts raw statistics into a readable, narrative-driven article without fabricating data.

Transform the following raw data points and statistics into a compelling, narrative-driven article of approximately [WORD COUNT] words for [AUDIENCE]. Do not just list the numbers — weave them into a coherent story with a clear central insight, contextual explanations of what each figure means, and a conclusion that tells the reader what to do or think next. Use plain language. Do not invent additional statistics.

Raw data:
[PASTE DATA POINTS OR STATISTICS HERE]

Central angle or insight to highlight: [OPTIONAL: STATE DESIRED ANGLE]

How to use: Paste real data you own or have sourced; specifying an angle helps focus the narrative rather than producing a generic summary.

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Ghostwrite a thought leadership article in someone's voice

advanced

Ghostwrites a credible first-person thought leadership article calibrated to a specific person's voice and expertise.

You are ghostwriting a thought leadership article for [PERSON'S ROLE, e.g. 'a Chief Technology Officer at a mid-size logistics company']. Here are details about their voice and perspective:

- Communication style: [e.g. direct, uses analogies, avoids jargon]
- Core belief or thesis for this article: [STATE THESIS]
- Key experiences or proof points to reference: [LIST 2-3 POINTS]
- Audience: [AUDIENCE]
- Publication: [PUBLICATION NAME OR TYPE]

Write a [WORD COUNT]-word article in first person that sounds authentically like this person, not like generic AI content. Avoid clichés such as 'In today's fast-paced world' or 'game-changer'.

How to use: The more specific the voice notes and proof points, the less generic the output; revise after generation to add real anecdotes.

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Repurpose a long article into multiple content formats

advanced

Maximizes content ROI by spinning one article into five distinct formats in a single pass.

Using the following long-form article as source material, repurpose the content into all of these formats:
1. A 280-character social media post (high engagement focus)
2. A 5-slide presentation outline with one key point and one supporting detail per slide
3. A 150-word email newsletter blurb with a subject line
4. A 60-second spoken script for a podcast or video intro
5. A 5-item FAQ section with answers under 50 words each

Stay true to the original article's facts and argument in all formats.

[PASTE ARTICLE HERE]

How to use: Use after publishing a strong article to build a multi-channel content calendar without starting from scratch.

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Write a compelling case study

intermediate

Drafts a structured, story-driven case study from raw details using the classic Problem–Solution–Results format.

Write a compelling case study of approximately [WORD COUNT] words based on the following details. Structure it using the Problem–Solution–Results framework with clear subheadings. Use a narrative style that keeps readers engaged, quantify outcomes wherever the data below supports it, and end with a pull quote or key takeaway.

Client/subject: [CLIENT OR SUBJECT DESCRIPTION]
Problem they faced: [DESCRIBE THE PROBLEM]
Solution implemented: [DESCRIBE THE SOLUTION]
Results achieved: [LIST MEASURABLE RESULTS]
Audience for this case study: [AUDIENCE]

How to use: Provide as much specific detail as possible in the results field; vague results produce unconvincing case studies.

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Strengthen weak verbs and passive voice

beginner

Energizes flat prose by hunting down passive constructions and weak verbs with annotated explanations.

Rewrite the following text to replace all weak verb constructions and passive voice sentences with strong, active, specific verbs. For every change, briefly note in brackets the original phrasing and the reason for the change (e.g. [was given → received — passive to active]). Preserve the meaning, length, and overall structure.

[PASTE TEXT HERE]

How to use: Ideal for corporate or academic writing that tends toward passive voice; the annotations help writers learn the principle.

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Write a series of connected articles from a single topic

advanced

Plans and kicks off a multi-part content series with built-in narrative continuity.

I want to create a [NUMBER]-part article series on the broad topic of "[TOPIC]" for [AUDIENCE]. First, propose a series structure: give each article a working title, a one-sentence summary, and the primary question it answers. Then write the first full article in the series at approximately [WORD COUNT] words. End the first article with a natural tease that leads readers to the next installment.

How to use: Choose a topic broad enough to sustain multiple articles; specify the number of parts based on your publishing schedule.

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Peer-review and score a draft against a rubric

advanced

Provides a rubric-based peer review with scored criteria and prioritized revision suggestions.

Act as a peer reviewer. Evaluate the following draft against this rubric and score each criterion from 1 (poor) to 5 (excellent), with a written justification for each score:

1. Clarity of central argument or message
2. Quality and relevance of evidence or examples
3. Logical structure and flow
4. Appropriate tone and style for the intended audience ([AUDIENCE])
5. Effectiveness of opening and closing

After the scored rubric, write a single paragraph of overall feedback and list the top three highest-priority revisions the author should make.

[PASTE DRAFT HERE]

How to use: Customize the rubric criteria to match your publication's standards or assignment guidelines for more relevant feedback.

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Write an evergreen how-to guide

beginner

Creates a durable, step-by-step how-to guide designed to remain accurate and useful over time.

Write an evergreen how-to guide titled "How to [TASK]" for [AUDIENCE]. The guide should: open with a brief explanation of why this task matters and who it is for, list any prerequisites or materials needed, present the steps in a clearly numbered format with each step containing an action verb, an explanation, and a tip or common mistake to avoid, and close with a troubleshooting section covering the [NUMBER] most likely problems a reader might encounter. Target length: [WORD COUNT] words. Avoid referencing specific software versions, pricing, or anything likely to become outdated quickly.

How to use: Specify a concrete, actionable task; abstract tasks produce vague guides. The troubleshooting section number should be 3–5 for best usability.

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