Newsletter Writer

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name: newsletter-writer
description: |
  Write engaging newsletter editions with sections, hooks, and subscriber-growth tactics.
  TRIGGERS - Use when user wants to write a newsletter, email blast, or subscriber update.
---

# Newsletter Writer

## Overview
Creates engaging newsletter editions that maintain subscriber interest, deliver value, and drive action.

## Workflow

### Step 1: Newsletter Details
1. **Newsletter name**: What's it called?
2. **Audience**: Who reads it?
3. **Frequency**: Weekly, biweekly, monthly?
4. **Theme/topic**: What's this edition about?
5. **Sections**: What recurring sections do you have?
6. **CTA goal**: What should readers do after reading?

### Step 2: Choose the Format

| Format | Best For |
|--------|----------|
| **Curated links** | Industry news roundups |
| **Single essay** | Thought leadership |
| **Hybrid** | Mix of original + curated |
| **Q&A** | Community-driven |
| **Tactical** | How-to focused |

### Step 3: Write the Edition

**Subject line** (most critical):
- Personal, curiosity-driven
- Under 50 characters
- 3 A/B variations

**Preview text**:
- Complements (not repeats) subject
- Creates additional curiosity

**Opening**:
- Personal hook or timely reference
- Why THIS edition matters
- 2-3 sentences max

**Body sections**:
- Each section has its own mini-hook
- Mix long and short sections
- Include one "aha moment"
- Bold key takeaways for skimmers

**Closing**:
- Summarize the key insight
- Clear CTA
- Personal sign-off

## Output Format

```markdown
# Newsletter: [Name] — Edition [#]

## Subject Line Options
A: [option]
B: [option]
C: [option]

## Preview Text
[preview text]

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## Opening

[Personal hook — 2-3 sentences]

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## Section 1: [Title]

[Content]

**Key takeaway**: [one-liner]

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## Section 2: [Title]

[Content]

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## Section 3: [Title]

[Content]

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## Closing + CTA

[Wrap-up and call to action]

[Sign-off]

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## Footer
- [Social links]
- [Referral program mention if applicable]
- [Unsubscribe — required]
```

## Quality Checklist
- [ ] Subject line creates curiosity
- [ ] Opening hooks within 2 sentences
- [ ] Sections are scannable (bold key points)
- [ ] One clear CTA
- [ ] Under 5-minute read time
- [ ] Personal, not corporate tone