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Write a Nonfiction Book Chapter by Chapter in 6 Phases

Writes a nonfiction book in six steps: positioning (core promise, angle, reader transformation), a full outline, a detailed blueprint per chapter, the chapter text, an enrichment pass with stories and examples, then the introduction and conclusion.

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  1. Phase 1 — Book positioning
    Role: you are a professional strategist in book publishing.

Topic: [topic]
Target reader: [describe the audience]
My goal with this book: [goal]

Task: starting from these inputs, define:
- the core promise of the book
- its unique angle
- the transformation the reader goes through
- how it is positioned in the market

The concept must be clear, specific and valuable.
  2. Phase 2 — Book outline
    Topic: [topic]

Task: build a full, professional outline for a book on this topic.

Include:
- how the book is divided into sections
- a title for each chapter
- the logical progression from one chapter to the next
- the key ideas of each chapter

The structure should move naturally from a beginner's understanding to deeper insight.
  3. Phase 3 — Chapter blueprint
    Chapter title: [chapter title]

Task: create a detailed blueprint for writing this chapter, including:
- the key arguments
- examples
- stories
- frameworks
- practical takeaways

Keep it well structured, so it is easy to expand into the full chapter.
  4. Phase 4 — Write the full chapter
    Chapter blueprint:
[paste]

Task: write the full chapter from this blueprint.

Requirements:
- clear and logical flow
- keeps the reader engaged
- professional tone
- no repetition and no filler
  5. Phase 5 — Stories and examples
    Chapter text:
[paste]

Task: make this chapter stronger by weaving in relevant material such as case studies, analogies, examples or short stories, so the content becomes easier to understand and more engaging.
  6. Phase 6 — Introduction and conclusion
    Book topic: [topic]
Target reader: [describe the audience]
Promised transformation: [transformation]

Task:
1. Introduction: write a compelling opening that explains clearly who the book is for, which problem it solves and why that matters.
2. Conclusion: write a strong closing that reinforces the transformation the book promised.
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Task: write chapter 1 of the ebook.

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My story: [paste your story]

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1. Write the introduction. It must hook the reader within the first 3 sentences and tell a short version of my story, so the reader feels this ebook was written just for them.
2. Then write a closing chapter that sums up the key takeaways and tells the reader which step to take next.
  5. Phase 5 — Layout in Canva
    Ebook: [title], for [audience]

Task: give me precise instructions for designing this ebook in Canva:
- which page size to use
- how to structure each page
- where to place the headings
- how much text to put on each page
- the fonts and the colors that give it a clean, professional look

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Task: write a brief description to sell this ebook. It should contain:
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- a clear call to action

Rules: under 150 words. I will use it on my sales page and in the social media posts that promote the ebook.
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My niche or field of expertise: [your niche or expertise]

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- a logical transition that leads smoothly into the next chapter

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    Book topic: [topic]
Chapter to write: Chapter [number]: [chapter title]

Specifications:
- Readers: [audience description]
- Tone: [conversational, authoritative, motivational, etc.]
- Length: [1,500-3,000 words]

What the chapter needs:
- an opening that grabs attention from the first line
- 3 or 4 substantial sections, each under a clear subheading
- concrete examples, scenarios or short case studies that anchor the ideas in reality
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- a smooth bridge that prepares the next chapter

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    Book: a [genre] book
Concept to illustrate: [core concept]
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Task: write 8 original short stories that show this concept in action, to include in the book.

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- have vivid details, realistic dialogue and a clear arc (beginning, conflict, resolution)
- describe situations these readers recognize
- close on a takeaway or insight that matters, without sounding preachy

The aim is illustrations that are emotionally engaging and easy to remember, so readers feel closer to the material.
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- 1-2 quotes or insights from recognized experts in the field
- 1 case study or example from the real world, relevant to the topic, that shows the concept in practice
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    Chapter 1 title: [chapter title]
Ebook outline: [paste the outline]

Task: write chapter 1 as a full section of 1,000 words.

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    The chapter: [paste the chapter]

Task: write a brief case study or story so that the central point of this chapter becomes impossible to forget.

Rules: keep it tight and emotionally grounded; it has to land fast and stay with the reader.
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    The chapter: [paste the chapter]

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    The chapters: [paste the chapter titles or the chapters]
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- Goal: [your target result]
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Text:
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