Systematic writing framework for philosophy and interdisciplinary academic papers from optimized outline to submission-ready manuscript. Use when users want to: (1) write a paper from a detailed outline, (2) ensure quality control during writing, (3) maintain consistency across chapters, (4) prepare a submission-ready manuscript, or (5) systematically execute a planned paper. Triggered by phrases like ''write the paper from this outline,'' ''compose the full manuscript,'' ''execute the outline,'' or when users have completed strategic planning (academic-paper-strategist skill) and are ready to write. Takes optimized outline as input; outputs complete manuscript with iterative quality checks.
SKILL.md
Academic Paper Composer
Overview
This skill provides a systematic framework for writing academic papers from optimized outline to submission-ready manuscript. It implements iterative quality control at both chapter-level and paper-level, ensuring consistent high quality throughout the writing process.
Input: Detailed, optimized paper outline (from academic-paper-strategist or equivalent)
Output: Complete, submission-ready manuscript with quality validation reports
Prerequisite: Use academic-paper-strategist skill first to create optimized outline (or provide equivalent detailed outline)
When to Use This Skill
Use academic-paper-composer when you need to:
Writing Stage:
Execute a detailed paper outline systematically
Write a complete academic paper chapter-by-chapter
Ask: Proceed with submission or implement further improvements?
Step 5.4: Submission Package Preparation
Once final evaluation passes:
Platform-specific checklist:
PhilArchive/PhilPapers:
PDF format
Abstract <500 words
Metadata (title, keywords, classification)
Author information complete
arXiv:
LaTeX or PDF format
Abstract <1920 characters
Category selection correct
No font embedding issues
PhilSci-Archive:
PDF format
Subject classification
Keywords (3-5)
No copyright issues
Generate final outputs:
Formatted manuscript (PDF or LaTeX)
Abstract (separate file if needed)
Metadata file
Cover letter (if applicable)
Pre-submission verification:
Re-read complete paper
Check all formatting
Verify all links/citations work
Proofread for typos
Output: Complete submission package ready for platform upload
Complete Output Package
Upon completion of both phases, you receive:
Quality Reports
Chapter Quality Reports (one per chapter)
5-dimension scores
Pass/fail status
Revision recommendations implemented
Cross-Chapter Coherence Report
Terminology consistency check
Argument flow verification
Citation pattern analysis
Final Evaluation Report ⭐ Key Document
7-dimension comprehensive assessment
Completeness checklist (100%)
Submission readiness decision
Platform-specific checklist
Manuscript Files
Complete Manuscript ⭐ Main Deliverable
All chapters integrated
Properly formatted
Citations complete
Submission-ready
Abstract (separate file)
Standalone 250-300 words
Platform-formatted
Metadata Document
Title, keywords, classification
Author information
Platform-specific requirements
Supporting Documentation
Writing Progress Tracker
All chapters completed
Quality scores logged
Revision history
Citation List
All references used
Formatted for platform
Verified complete
Quality Assurance System
Quality Standards Reference
For detailed evaluation criteria, all standards are defined in:
references/writing_standards.md
This document provides:
Chapter-level quality standards (5 dimensions)
Final quality standards (7 dimensions)
Section-specific quality criteria
Scoring rubrics
Issue identification and fixes
Section Writing Guides
For guidance on writing each section type:
references/section_guides.md
This provides:
Abstract writing template and checklist
Introduction structure (6 subsections)
Main body chapter templates (4 types)
Conclusion structure
Transition strategies
Platform-specific style guidance
Common mistakes and fixes
Evaluation Scripts
Two Python scripts support quality validation:
1. Chapter Quality Check
python scripts/chapter_quality_check.py
Function: Evaluates individual chapters against 5-dimension standards
Creates evaluation templates
Calculates scores and pass/fail
Identifies weak dimensions
Generates revision recommendations
Supports multi-chapter comparison
When to Use: After writing each chapter (Step 4.2.C)
2. Final Paper Evaluation
python scripts/final_evaluation.py
Function: Evaluates complete paper against 7-dimension standards
Comprehensive quality assessment
Completeness checklist validation
Submission readiness determination
Platform-specific preparation
Generates final report with recommendations
When to Use: After all chapters complete (Step 5.2)
Decision Points (Interactive)
This skill has 3 key decision points where I pause for your input:
Decision Point 1: Writing Commencement (Step 4.1)
I provide: Loaded outline, standards, and writing plan
You confirm: Ready to begin writing / Need adjustments
Decision Point 2: Chapter Completion (Step 4.2.E)
I provide: Completed chapter with quality score
You decide: Proceed to next / Revise further / Adjust approach
Frequency: After each main body chapter (3-5 times typically)
Decision Point 3: Final Submission (Step 5.3)
I provide: Final evaluation report with score and readiness assessment
You decide: Submit immediately / Implement optional improvements / Additional revisions
Example Usage
User Request
"I have the optimized outline from the strategist skill. Please write the complete paper on self-continuity during sleep."
