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name: blog-writer description: Write and add new blog posts for this Next.js site by matching the existing BlogPost structure in src/lib/blog-data.ts. Use when asked to draft a new blog article, update blog content, or produce SEO metadata/slug/image details for a new post.

Blog Writer

Overview

Create a new blog post by mirroring the existing BlogPost pattern in src/lib/blog-data.ts and keeping tone, structure, and SEO consistent with current posts. Use the style cues in references/blog-patterns.md.

Workflow (new post)

1. Review current posts in src/lib/blog-data.ts to confirm field usage, tone, and categories.
2. Draft the blog content and metadata using the checklist below; align with patterns in references/blog-patterns.md.
3. Add a new BlogPost object to BLOG_POSTS and ensure any new image exists under public/blog/.
4. Sanity check: slug is unique, date is ISO YYYY-MM-DD, and seo fields are complete.

BlogPost checklist

• slug: lowercase, hyphenated; prefer YYYY-MM-DD-topic for date-stamped posts.
• title: clear, professional, Jamaica-relevant.
• excerpt: 1-2 sentences; match the opening value of the post.
• content: Markdown in a template string; start with an H2 matching the title.
• date: ISO YYYY-MM-DD.
• readTime: short string like 6 min read.
• category: use an existing category where possible; add new only when necessary.
• author: keep consistent with existing author unless instructed otherwise.
• image: /blog/<filename>.png in public/blog/.
• seo: title/description optimized for search; keywords 3–5 items.

Content guidance

• Keep paragraphs short and direct; use subheadings to create a clear reading path.
• End with an action-oriented close or invitation to contact.
• If citing facts, include a brief "Sources" section with numbered entries.

References

• Blog structure and style patterns: skills/blog-writer/references/blog-patterns.md