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I just finished the subversive trilogy and was looking up more books by you and I'm devastated there is only one more trilogy to read? I'm going to have to read and reread again and again, I'm not ready to let go of these characters or the storyline. I've never read anything like this before, you're truly an amazing author and I'm sharing you with all my friends. Looking forward for more reads by you. God bless!

Raena Rood This is so sweet! Thank you, Lauren! I'm truly honored that you loved Subversive. I hope you enjoy Reverence just as much! I'm working on a new trilogy now, but (fair warning) I'm a terribly slow writer, so the first book probably won't be released until Jan or Feb 2027. But I'm IN LOVE with this story and these characters. So hopefully it will be worth the wait. ;) Thank you again for reading and for sharing the books with your friends!! God bless you and your family!

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I was reading Reverence for the second time, and realized something: Ring-a-round the Rosie, (Blue rose) A pocket full of posies. (The volunteers Ashes! Ashes! (The volunteer ceremony) We all fall down! (The fall of the city/the fireworks) Was that purposeful???

Raena Rood Hi Liliana! YES!! I believe you are the first person who put that together (or at least the first person who told me about it). :) It was in the really early stages of writing Reverence (when it was a very different book) when I thought of that rhyme and it led me to the "Blue Rose" and fireworks aspects of the story. Well done - I'm impressed!!

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Hi, Raena! I recently read Reverence, and I absolutely devoured it! It was so good! I've recently indie-published my debut novel, and I'm currently working on creating a more productive writing routine. And I was wondering what your writing routine looks like?

Raena Rood Hi Annaliese! First of all, I love your name! Second, I checked out your book on Goodreads and it sounds really interesting (and right up my alley)! I'm adding it to my list. As for my writing routine... I primarily write in the early mornings since I also have a full-time job. Mornings are also when my writing tends to be the best. Evenings are better for editing. I try to get 1,000 words done per day, which is nothing for some writers, but I'm a very slow writer. If I get 1,000 words written, it's a good day. I use Scrivener to organize my projects. As for structuring the books, I've become obsessed with the screenwriting book, Save the Cat, and I try to follow that general plot structure in my own writing. My best advice would be to write every day, even when you don't feel like it, and even if it's only for 15 minutes. Pick the time of day when you do the best writing and try to make that your time to write without distractions. Aim for a certain word count (such as 1,000 words) but don't beat yourself up if you don't hit that number every day. Just try to get those 15 minutes in... because it will usually end up being a lot more than 15 minutes. Good luck in all you do! Thank you so much for reading Reverence! --Raena

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I love to support and help authors of Christian books whenever I can. Are you looking for a reviewer or a (very affordable) comprehensive editor? I'd be glad to assist.

Raena Rood Hi! I already have an editorial team, but if you're interested in reviewing my books, please send me an email at raenajrood@gmail.com. Thanks! :) --Raena

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