novel-writer
参考Spec-kit 实现小说撰写工具
Novel Writer is an AI-powered agent skill system designed specifically for Chinese novel creation through slash commands in AI assistants. It implements a seven-step Specification-Driven Development (SDD) methodology that guides authors from initial concept through constitution, specification, planning, task breakdown, writing, and analysis. The tool integrates with 13 AI platforms including Claude Code, Cursor, Gemini CLI, Windsurf, and others, providing structured workflows, plot tracking, timeline management, character consistency verification, and quality assurance features optimized for Chinese prose.
Key Features
Use Cases
- 01Chinese web novel authors structuring multi-chapter long-form fiction with AI assistance
- 02Writers managing complex narratives with multiple plot threads, character arcs, and timelines
- 03Authors ensuring consistency in character behavior, world-building details, and story events across chapters
- 04Creators developing story specifications and creative plans before beginning prose writing
- 05Writers transitioning between different AI coding assistants while maintaining consistent workflow
- 06Authors using quality verification tools to scan content for plot holes, timeline conflicts, and inconsistencies
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novel-writer — FAQ
What is Novel Writer and what AI assistants does it work with?+
Novel Writer is an agent skill system that adds slash commands for structured Chinese novel creation to AI assistants. It supports 13 platforms including Claude Code, Cursor, Gemini CLI, Windsurf, Roo Code, GitHub Copilot, Qwen Code, Codex CLI, and others.
How do I install Novel Writer?+
Install globally via npm with 'npm install -g novel-writer-cn', then initialize a project with 'novel init my-novel' (optionally specifying --ai platform). The tool generates slash command configurations in platform-specific folders like .claude/ or .cursor/.
What are the slash command formats for different AI platforms?+
Command formats vary by platform: Claude Code uses /novel.constitution, Gemini CLI uses /novel:constitution, Codex CLI uses /novel-constitution, and other platforms use /constitution. The init command generates the correct format for your chosen platform.
Is Novel Writer free to use?+
Yes, Novel Writer is open source under the MIT License and free to use. You need an AI assistant subscription (like Claude or Cursor) separately to run the slash commands.
What is the seven-step methodology?+
The workflow is: 1) /constitution (define core writing principles), 2) /specify (story requirements), 3) /clarify (resolve ambiguities), 4) /plan (chapter structure), 5) /tasks (executable checklist), 6) /write (create content), 7) /analyze (validate quality). Additional commands handle tracking and verification.
Can I extend Novel Writer with plugins?+
Yes, the plugin system supports extensions like authentic-voice (personal writing style matching), translate, and author style imitation. Install plugins with 'novel plugins add <name>' or during initialization with --plugins flag.
How do I install novel-writer?+
Open the source repository on GitHub and follow its README. novel-writer is a skill — MCP Agents Market links you directly to the official repo.
Is novel-writer free?+
novel-writer is an open-source project hosted on GitHub. Check the repository for its license and any usage requirements.