R. DuganDec 29, 20193 minHow to Approach Beta Reader FeedbackAh, beta feedback! You've sent your book off to betas, waited in nail-biting anticipation, and they've written back and you're sitting...
R. DuganDec 15, 20193 min4 Tips For A Successful Beta Reader ExperienceThe beta reader stage of the writing process is both fun and nerve-wracking at times; your manuscript has likely been through critiques...
R. DuganDec 1, 20193 minBeta Readers - What They Are and Are Not!Hey, Writer! So you're at the stage in the noveling process where you're ready to reach out to beta readers - congrats! This is such a...
R. DuganNov 10, 20191 minAuthor Interview: Renee DuganHappy Sunday, Dreamers! A few weeks ago, I had the privilege of being interviewed by the incredibly talented Holly Ash about all things...
R. DuganOct 13, 20193 minHOW TO OPEN PREORDERS ON INGRAMSPARK – 5 Easy Steps!Preorders are a big deal in the writing world! When I started my self-publishing journey, I did as much research as I could on how to...
R. DuganSep 15, 20192 minThe Hows and Whys of Self CareSelf-care is gaining popularity and attention across the board. While some debate how much caring for oneself is too much, the fact...
R. DuganSep 1, 20193 minFantasy Worldbuilding: Beware the Wording!There’s a lot of freedom in writing fantasy, which is one of the reasons it’s my favorite genre. In addition to the sheer magnitude and...
R. DuganAug 18, 20194 minPlotting Tip: FLASH CARDS!So if you’re anything like me, you have a dangerous love for office supplies. You may not actually use them, but collecting them is just...
R. DuganAug 4, 20194 minEDITING HACK: Setting Yourself Up For Success!With Camp NaNoWriMo having just ended, a lot of people are starting to discuss next steps with their novels – which means the subject of...
R. DuganJul 7, 20192 minLife Lessons Learned At Disney WorldHappy July, Dreamers! In this week’s life update: I just got back two weeks ago from the amazing blessing of a vacation with two of my...
R. DuganJun 23, 20193 minThe Importance of Having a Writing Space You LOVE!Have you ever walked into a room and thought “…I can’t write here?” I’m a mover. I always like to visit people and places. I also love...
R. DuganJun 9, 20192 minANNOUNCEMENT: Publication News!Heads up, readers! MY NEXT BOOK IS COMING OUT IN DECEMBER 2019! This release will kick off my seven-part NA High-Fantasy series, THE...
R. DuganMay 26, 20191 minUPCOMING ANNOUNCEMENT!Hey, everyone! Just a small heads-up in case you don’t follow me on social media (in which case you totally should!): I have a BIG...
R. DuganMay 12, 20192 minUPDATE: The Work/Life BalanceHOWDY, Y’ALL! Life has been crazy lately – to put it lightly! In April, I was editing books, beta-reading books, working with industry...
R. DuganApr 7, 20192 minFour Questions for Your Romantic Pairing!Recently, I began working on edits for a project I’ve spent a ton of headspace in for the last two years. But I’m never content with just...
R. DuganMar 24, 20194 minEDITING HACK: Fluff Words!I tackled this subject in my Instagram Stories and received a lot of positive feedback – this is a subject writers want to know more...
R. DuganMar 3, 20192 minMarch Goals + Content Posting ScheduleWow! March already? When did that happen? 2019 feels both eternal and like it’s moving lightning fast so far. This is adulthood, right?...
R. DuganFeb 24, 20192 minTHE CURSE OF THE BLESSED Updates – And Why It MattersOn Wednesday, February 20th, I finished the third book in the core trilogy of The Curse of the Blessed, a series I’ve been working on...
R. DuganFeb 17, 20191 minWRITING FUEL: Power Protein Recipe!Show of hands if you feel this: one of the hardest things to balance in life is the relationship between writing and eating. A lot of...
R. DuganFeb 10, 20192 minEDITING HACK: Visual PlatformsO thou typo, small and crafty Surviving every single drafty How you make it through each round – a mystery What we share – a violent...