Generate a Draft Study with StudyBot

StudyBot uses an OpenAI large language model (LLM) to help you create complete study drafts quickly. Instead of manually writing every lesson and question, you provide a series of prompts to describe what you want. Then StudyBot generates a complete study structure for you to review and refine.

Understanding StudyBot

What is StudyBot?

StudyBot is BookFellows’ AI-powered study generation assistant:

What it does:

• Generates complete study structures from your prompts
• Creates lessons with titles and descriptions
• Writes thoughtful questions for each lesson based on your prompts
• Adds section headings for organization if you ask for them
• Produces study and lesson descriptions
• Generates cover images for studies and lessons

What you provide in your prompts:

• The general capabilities of the StudyBot Writer
• Specific instructions for the study you want to create:
  • Study topic or book
  • Target audience
  • Desired number of lessons
  • Number of questions per lesson
  • Any specific themes or focus areas
  • Context and guidance
• General capabilities of the StudyBot Artist
• Specific instructions for the study and lesson images you want to create

What you get:

• Complete draft study ready to review and refine
• Structured lessons with content
• Well-written questions
• Organized with headings
• Cover images for studies and lessons
• Starting point for refinement

StudyBot vs. Manual Creation

Use StudyBot when:

• Generating studies on unfamiliar topics
• Need a starting structure quickly
• Want inspiration and ideas
• Need help with study design and structure

Use manual creation when:

• You have existing content to adapt
• You have deep knowledge of the topic or book and know exactly what you want
• Very specific structure required
• Want complete control from start
• Simple study with few lessons
• Personal preference for building it yourself

Best approach for using StudyBot:

• Use StudyBot to generate initial draft
• Then manually edit and refine
• Combine AI speed with human insight
• Get best of both worlds

If you are new to building studies…

We suggest that you might try the manual approach to building a draft study first to better understand the process. Then if you come back here to use the StudyBot, you’ll be better equipped to refine the draft that StudyBot gives you.

But we also get it. You might be tempted to just try StudyBot first to see what you get. If that’s you, go for it! However, just but just be mindful to avoid the common pitfalls that can come with AI. We have provided some guidance on this below.

How StudyBot Works

The process:

1. You describe the general capabilities you want StudyBot to provide and what kind of study you want
2. StudyBot generates a complete draft studyructure
3. You review the generated study
4. You refine through editing in BookFellows
5. You release when ready

AI technology:

• Uses Open AI large language model (LLM)
• Trained on study patterns
• Draws on deep reservoir of biblical and literary content fromn its LLM training
• Creates contextually relevant questions
• Follows best practices automatically

Important!

• Generated StudyBot content is a starting point only
• Always review and refine the output
• AI can be a big help, but it is far from perfect
• Your judgment is essential for quality and accuracy
• Don’t just accept what StudyBot gives you and release it
• Quality control is your responsibility
• You are the ultimate owner of what you build and release

Prerequisites

First, you need to join BookFellows and log in.

Before using StudyBot:

Clear study concept:

• Know your topic or book
• Understand your audience
• Have learning goals in mind
• Idea of lesson structure

StudyBot access:

• Available to all members but with some usage limits (check your plan)
• May require Supporter or Patron plan (check current pricing)
• Access through Drafts page

Time to review:

• Plan to review generated content
• Budget time for editing
• Don’t just accept and release
• Quality control is your responsibility

Access StudyBot

1. From the main menu, open the Drafts page
2. From the Drafts page, click Generate New Study with StudyBot
3. The StudyBot prompt page will be displayed

Enter the StudyBot Prompts

The StudyBot page has two main sections: StudyBot Writer and StudyBot Artist. You’ll provide prompts to instruct the StudyBot on what to create.

Get inspired by examples

See the StudyBot Prompts reference for many working examples you can use or adapt. These examples cover biblical studies, classical literature, and more.

StudyBot Writer

This section has two text prompts that work together to generate your study content.

Study Writing Capabilities

Think of this as a job description for your study writer. Describe what expertise and capabilities you want the StudyBot to have.

1. Enter a description of the StudyBot’s expertise and persona
2. Define what kind of writer you need (biblical scholar, literature expert, etc.)
3. Specify the writing style and approach you want
4. Include any specific guidelines for creating content

Examples:

• “You are an expert curriculum designer specialising in biblical studies…”
• “You are an expert in classical literature with a focus on Roman texts…”
• “You create engaging studies for young adults exploring life decisions…”

For detailed examples, see StudyBot Writer prompts in the reference documentation.

Study Writing Instructions

Tell the StudyBot exactly what study you want it to create today. Be as specific as possible.

1. Describe the study topic or book
2. Specify the number of lessons
3. Define your target audience
4. State how many questions per lesson
5. Mention the study cadence (daily, weekly, etc.)
6. Describe key themes to cover
7. Include any special requirements

Example: “Create a 5 lesson weekly study on the Book of Daniel for young professionals in their 20s and 30s. Include 4-6 questions per lesson focusing on themes of faithfulness under pressure, career decisions, and standing firm in values…”

For more detailed examples, see Study Writing Instructions in the reference documentation.

StudyBot Artist (Optional)

The Artist section lets you generate custom images for your study and lessons. Check the Generate Study and Lesson Images checkbox to enable this feature.

Image generation takes longer

Generating images significantly increases the time and cost of study generation. Only enable if you specifically want custom artwork.

Artist Style

If generating images, describe the artistic style and capabilities you want.

1. Enter a description of the StudyBot Artist’s style and expertise
2. Define what kind of artwork you want (watercolor, stained glass, mosaic, etc.)
3. Specify color palettes and themes
4. Include any guidelines for appropriate content

Example: “You love to paint with watercolours in a warm, welcoming style suitable for biblical studies. You prefer soft, natural colors with golden accents. Your images are clean, modern, and appropriate for all ages…”

For detailed examples, see Artist Style prompts in the reference documentation.

Study Image Instructions

Describe what themes and elements to include in the study cover image.

Example: “The image should be inspiring and peaceful, showing people studying together in a warm setting. Include subtle biblical symbolism if appropriate…”

Lesson Image Instructions

Describe what themes and elements to include in the lesson images.

Example: “Show individuals and families in various life settings - work, home, and community. Keep the tone encouraging and relatable…”

For more examples, see the StudyBot Artist prompts in the reference documentation.

Generate Your Study

Let StudyBot create your draft.

Start Generation

1. Review all your prompts one more time
2. Ensure all required fields are filled in
3. Click the Generate Study button
4. Confirm you want to proceed in the confirmation dialog
5. StudyBot begins processing

What happens:

• Progress modal opens showing generation status
• AI analyzes your prompts
• Generates study structure
• Creates lessons sequentially
• Writes questions and headings
• Generates images if requested
• Formats content appropriately
• May take 30 seconds to several minutes (longer with images)

While generating:

• Progress bar shows percentage complete
• Status message shows current step
• Don’t close browser or navigate away
• Be patient—larger studies and image generation take longer
• Generation time varies by study size and image option

Generation Process

StudyBot creates:

Study metadata:

• Study title based on your prompt
• Compelling description
• Edition number (1)
• Cover image (if you enabled image generation)

Lessons:

• Sequential lesson numbers
• Descriptive titles
• Brief descriptions
• Organized progression
• Lesson images (if you enabled image generation)

Questions:

• Thoughtful, relevant questions
• Mix of question types
• Appropriate for audience
• Numbered sequentially
• Connected to lesson themes

Headings:

• Section dividers
• Context and instructions
• Scripture references (if applicable)
• Organizational structure

Monitor Generation

Watch for:

• Progress bar advancement
• Status message updates
• Completion notification
• Any error messages

If generation fails:

• Error details will be shown in the progress modal
• You can copy the error message to share with support
• Common fixes:
  • Simplify your prompts
  • Try a shorter study (fewer lessons)
  • Disable image generation if enabled
  • Check your internet connection
  • Contact support at rich@bookfellows.net if issue persists

Review Generated Content

Carefully examine what StudyBot created.

Initial Review

When generation completes, you’ll be automatically taken to the draft study page where you can review the generated content:

1. Study details are displayed at the top
2. All lessons are listed
3. Click on any lesson to view its questions and headings
4. Review the complete structure and content

What to review:

• Study title, subtitle, and description
• Lesson titles and descriptions
• Questions and their organization
• Headings and context they provide
• Generated images (if you enabled image generation)

What to Look For

Study level:

• Does title capture the study well?
• Is description accurate and compelling?
• Does it match your vision?
• Appropriate for audience?

Lesson level:

• Are lesson titles clear and descriptive?
• Do lessons progress logically?
• Is content organized well?
• Appropriate lesson count?
• Balanced coverage of topic?

Question level:

• Are questions clear and specific?
• Do they encourage good reflection?
• Mix of question types?
• Appropriate difficulty?
• Relevant to lesson themes?
• Good discussion starters?

Heading level:

• Do headings organize well?
• Appropriate instructions?
• Context provided where needed?
• Scripture references included?

Common AI Strengths

What StudyBot typically does well:

• Creates logical lesson structure
• Generates clear, relevant questions
• Provides good topic coverage
• Maintains consistent tone
• Balances question types
• Offers thoughtful prompts
• Includes helpful headings

Common AI Limitations

What may need human refinement:

• Occasional generic questions
• May miss nuanced themes
• Cultural context may need adjustment
• Personal touch lacking
• Specific local references
• Unique group dynamics
• Your distinctive voice

Remember:

• AI provides starting point
• Human insight makes it great
• Combination is most powerful
• Always review and refine
• You’re the final creator

Refine Your Generated Study

Now that you have a good first draft, make the AI-generated content your own.
Continue to build your draft study to edit, refine, and polish your study until it is ready to release to your groups.

Edit Study Components

Now treat it like any draft study you would edit manually. Common refinements include:

Study details:

• Adjust title if needed
• Enhance description
• Add or replace the cover image
• Set pen name
• Verify edition number

Lesson content:

• Reorder if needed
• Combine or split lessons
• Enhance descriptions
• Add or replace lesson images
• Refine titles

Questions:

• Reword for clarity
• Add personal insights
• Adjust difficulty
• Make more specific
• Add follow-up questions

Headings:

• Add new sections
• Provide more context
• Include specific instructions
• Add scripture references
• Enhance organization

Add Your Personal Touch

Make the study uniquely yours:

Your voice:

• Adjust language and tone
• Add personal stories
• Include local references
• Cultural contextualization
• Your teaching style

Your insights:

• Additional questions
• Deeper applications
• Specific examples
• Current connections
• Relevant illustrations

Your audience:

• Customize for your group
• Address specific needs
• Consider local context
• Adjust complexity
• Relevant applications

Best Practices

For Writing Prompts

Study examples:

• Consult the StudyBot Prompts reference.
• Look at well-written studies
• Note structure and style
• Learn effective patterns
• Incorporate in prompts
• Build on best practices

Be detailed and specific:

• More detail = better results
• Explain your vision clearly
• Include context and purpose
• Specify requirements
• Guide the AI effectively

Iterate and refine:

• First generation may need tweaking
• Adjust prompt and regenerate
• Compare different versions
• Find what works best
• Learn from each generation

For Using Generated Content

Always review carefully:

• Don’t blindly accept
• Check for accuracy
• Verify theological soundness
• Ensure cultural appropriateness
• Quality control is essential

Edit and refine:

• AI provides starting point
• Human editing makes it excellent
• Add personal touches
• Customize for your context
• Make it truly yours

Test questions:

• Do they work for discussion?
• Are they clear and specific?
• Appropriate difficulty?
• Encourage good reflection?
• Edit as needed

Preview thoroughly:

• Review as participant would see it
• Check flow and pacing
• Ensure clarity
• Test logic and progression
• Verify completeness

For Different Study Types

Bible studies:

• Specify translation if relevant
• Mention theological perspective
• Note any denominational focus
• Include cultural context needs
• Balance exegesis and application

Literature studies:

• Mention edition or version
• Note reading schedule
• Specify critical approaches
• Balance analysis and enjoyment
• Consider background knowledge

Topical studies:

• Define scope clearly
• Specify sources to draw from
• Balance depth and breadth
• Include practical application
• Relevant to audience needs

Understanding AI Assistance

AI as Co-Creator

Think of StudyBot as:

• A helpful assistant, not replacement
• Draft generator, not final creator
• Starting point provider
• Idea stimulator
• Time-saver for structure
• Partner in process

You remain:

• The primary creator
• Responsible for quality
• Final decision maker
• Editor and refiner
• Voice and perspective
• Quality controller

Ethical Considerations

Using AI-generated content:

• Be transparent if required
• Ensure accuracy and quality
• Take responsibility for content
• Don’t misrepresent as entirely human-created
• Follow BookFellows policies
• Use as tool, not shortcut

Avoid:

• Releasing without review
• Claiming expertise you don’t have
• Ignoring inaccuracies
• Bypassing quality control
• Plagiarism concerns
• Over-reliance on AI

Credits and Attribution

StudyBot studies:

• You are the credited creator
• AI is a tool you used
• Like using word processor or research
• Your judgment and editing matter
• Your responsibility for content
• Your study, AI-assisted

Next Steps

Choose your path forward:

Build a Draft Study Edit, refine, and polish your AI-generated study content

StudyBot Prompts Reference Browse working examples to improve your prompts

Release a Study Make your study available to groups in their Library

Need help? Contact support at rich@bookfellows.net