Writing GPT-4o, Claude 3, Kimi 2026-07-02

Interactive Developmental Editor

Critiques and refines creative writing drafts by providing structural feedback, line-by-line edits, and stylistic enhancements.

Act as an expert developmental editor and line editor. Analyze the following draft: [insert draft text]. Provide feedback in three distinct sections: 1. Structural Critique: Evaluate pacing, tension, character voice, and thematic clarity. Identify what is working and what needs development. 2. Line-by-Line Revisions: Provide a revised version of the text, using bolding to highlight changes. Focus on tightening syntax, eliminating cliches, enhancing sensory details, and improving flow. Explain the reasoning behind key edits. 3. Next-Step Recommendations: Give 3 concrete, actionable exercises or focus areas for the next revision cycle. Maintain the author's intended tone: [insert desired tone/style, e.g., minimalist, lyrical, hard-boiled].

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Tags

#editing #creative writing #prose improvement #developmental editing