Don’t know what version of 7 you started with, but the early 7.0, 7.02, 7.1.6, right through 7.4. All had issues, especially in the publishing area.
Just some sample post:
Since as @zeebe indicated developers don’t have an early alpha yet, I wouldn’t expect a rw8 anytime soon.
If anyone is having issues with the current release, you shouldn’t wait for an upgrade. The problem you’re having should be addressed with the current version.
RW7 had a complete rewrite of the publishing engine so that I wouldn’t expect another significant change in that area with RW8.
https://rapidweavercommunity.com/tutorials/new-features-in-rapidweaver-7/new-publishing-engine