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literature-review
Structure and write a literature review for any research topic. Use when asked to write a literature review, systematic review summary, narrative review, or research background section. Produces a structured review with thematic organisation, critical analysis, and gap identification.
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# Literature Review Skill
Structures and writes literature reviews — from background sections of a dissertation through to standalone narrative reviews for publication.
> **Not quite this?** Use `literature-review-builder` when you are a student building an argued review from a reading list.
## Required Inputs
- **Topic or research question**
- **Type of review** (narrative / systematic / scoping / integrative / background section)
- **Sources provided** (paste references, abstracts, or key findings)
- **Word count target**
- **Audience** (academic journal / thesis / grant proposal / policy brief)
- **Time period to cover**
