eBook Outline

Structure eBooks that readers finish and share. Creates detailed chapter outlines with content frameworks, visual plans, and production timelines for both lead-gen and commercial publications.

Usage

Provide your topic, target audience, purpose (lead generation, thought leadership, direct sales), and desired length. The skill produces:

• Book Concept: Title, subtitle, and positioning statement
• Chapter Outline: 8-15 chapters with summaries and key points
• Chapter Templates: Detailed framework for each chapter's content
• Visual Plan: Diagrams, charts, screenshots, and design elements per chapter
• Opening & Closing: Introduction that hooks and conclusion that converts
• Production Timeline: Writing, editing, design, and launch milestones
• Launch Plan: Promotion strategy for maximum downloads/sales

Examples

1. Lead Gen eBook: "Outline a 30-page eBook: 'The Complete Guide to Account-Based Marketing for B2B SaaS.' Gated download on our website. Target: VP Marketing at B2B companies."

1. Authority Book: "Structure a 150-page book on 'Building Remote-First Engineering Teams.' For a startup CTO building personal brand. Will sell on Amazon."

1. Playbook: "Outline a 50-page playbook: 'From Zero to 10K Newsletter Subscribers in 90 Days.' Practical, step-by-step. Will be sold for $29."

1. Annual Report: "Structure an industry eBook: 'State of Developer Tools 2026.' Based on survey of 2,000 developers. Data-heavy with analysis and predictions."

Guidelines

• Each chapter should be self-contained enough to read independently but connected enough to reward cover-to-cover reading
• Lead-gen eBooks: 15-30 pages, heavy on actionable frameworks, light on theory
• Commercial eBooks: 100-200 pages with deeper research, examples, and unique insights
• Include a quick-win in chapter 1 or 2 — readers who get value early keep reading
• Plan visual elements during outlining, not after writing — they shape the narrative
• End each chapter with a key takeaway and a transition to the next chapter
• Include worksheets, checklists, or templates that make the eBook interactive and reference-worthy
• Write the introduction last — you'll know what to promise once you know what you've delivered