Author & Editor
“How the collaborative rigor of a Broadway workshop can transform your manuscript from a lonely draft into a stage-ready story.”
Sue Gilad
Notes from the Wings
Stories from the stage, the editing desk, and everywhere in between.
Essays from Sue Gilad on producing Broadway, editing books, speaking to leaders, and the work of giving back.
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Author & Editor
“Defining success on your own terms and building a sustainable life in letters.”
Sue Gilad
Author & Editor
“When the initial excitement of a manuscript fades into the long haul of structural revisions, you don't just need an editor—you need someone who has lived the arc of a creative life.”
Sue Gilad
Author & Editor
A Survival Guide for the Long-Haul Author
Success in writing isn't found on a single list. It is built in the quiet hours between books and the community you foster along the way.
June 29, 2026·8 min read
Author & Editor
The Invisible Scaffold: Finding an Author Mentor Who Actually Moves the Needle
Mid-career authors often find themselves in a peculiar wilderness. You’ve had some success, perhaps even a published book, but the current draft feels immovable. This is where the distinction between an agent, an editor, and a mentor becomes vital.
June 27, 2026·5 min read
Author & Editor
Beyond the Script: Why Every Author Needs a Book Mentor
A book mentor doesn’t just look at your syntax; they look at your stamina. Discover why the leap from professional writer to career author requires a specific kind of partnership.
June 26, 2026·8 min read
Author & Editor
What 1,200 Books Taught Me About Producing Broadway
Twenty-five years editing manuscripts and twenty-five years producing Broadway shows aren't two separate careers. They're the same instinct, applied twice.
June 15, 2026·6 min read
Author & Editor
How I Built a Second Career Editing for Random House While Producing Tony Winners
Two full-time careers, running at once, for twenty-five years. Here's how that actually worked.
June 5, 2026·6 min read