Story Analysis
A systematic framework for evaluating finished fiction, whether you're working on standalone short stories or novel chapters. It walks you through narrative foundation, character construction, scene structure, and technical execution with specific diagnostic questions at each step. The short story mode is especially strong on the "shattering moment" concept, that irreversible turning point your story needs. For chapters, it focuses on momentum, continuity, and how each section serves the larger arc. Use this after you've drafted something and need to figure out what's working and what isn't. It's diagnostic, not generative, so you need completed prose to analyze.
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- last updated
- Aug 21, 2026
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$ npx -y skills add jwynia/agent-skills --skill story-analysis --agent claude-codeInstalls into .claude/skills of the current project.
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Story Analysis Diagnostic
Purpose
Systematically evaluate completed short stories or novel chapters to identify strengths, weaknesses, and improvement opportunities. Use after drafting to assess whether the piece achieves its narrative goals.
Quick Reference
| Mode | Use For | Key Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Short Story | Complete standalone pieces | Unity, shattering moment, resolution |
| Chapter | Sections within larger work | Continuity, momentum, arc contribution |
Short Story Analysis
SA1: Narrative Foundation
Evaluate:
- Single clear premise or conflict driving the story
- Scope appropriate for length
- Premise integrated with plot and character
- Clear implications that matter to the story
Questions:
- Can you state the core conflict in one sentence?
- Is the scope right for the word count?
- Does the premise connect to character stakes?
- Are the implications explored within the story?
SA2: Character Construction
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- Repository
- github.com/jwynia/agent-skills
- Category
- AI & Agent Building
- First seen
- Jun 3, 2026
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