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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

# 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