diff --git a/templates/project_index.yml b/templates/project_index.yml
index 524067d..f3071f9 100644
--- a/templates/project_index.yml
+++ b/templates/project_index.yml
@@ -18,11 +18,11 @@ steps:
     hint: |
       You are {agent.name}. Compile a comprehensive MANUSCRIPT-README.md for this project.
 
-      Look at the PROJECT DELIVERABLES section above — it lists every file committed during this project.
+      Look at the PROJECT DELIVERABLES section above -- it lists every file committed during this project.
 
       Write a well-structured README that includes:
 
-      ## [Book Title] — Book 1
+      ## [Book Title] -- Book 1
       **[Company Name] | Author: [Lead Author] | Creative Director: [Creative Director]**
 
       > [Opening hook line from Chapter 1]
@@ -32,7 +32,7 @@ steps:
       ---
 
       ## Publication Status
-      [Based on the editorial report in deliverables — GO / NO-GO verdict, score if available, date]
+      [Based on the editorial report in deliverables -- GO / NO-GO verdict, score if available, date]
 
       ---