Chapter 48 Shimen Mission
After basking in the sun for a while, Shen Yanbing took Fang Yan to the west wing, which was both his study and bedroom.
The furnishings in the room are very simple. In addition to the sofa and coffee table, there are books all over the wall and a single bed against the wall.
Next to the bed is a writing desk with a desk lamp and magnifying glass on the left and pens placed side by side on the right.
From the inside to the outside, there are the most commonly used pens first, then spare pens, pencils for revision, red pencils, etc. Next to the pen are a box of paper clips, a box of pins, and a stack of small notes for bookmarks. , the arrangement is orderly.
Fang Yan helped Shen Yanbing sit on the bed and pulled a small Maza by himself.
“Whether it is a short story, a medium story, or a long story, the most important thing before starting to write is to determine the direction of the topic...”
Shen Yanbing said slowly: “From discovering the subject matter to dismantling it. subject matter, to re-conception, layout, and then to the application of some writing method, the novel will come naturally in the end."
Then he stared at him kindly, "Have you decided what theme you want to write about? "
"Yes, teacher."
Dialect admits it outright.
"Besides spy war, do you have any other ideas?"
"I haven't thought of it yet."
"This is not possible. If you want to think about it, think more."
Shen Yanbing looked at him and still looked confused, "Since you are my student, I will give you a test. Do you know what novels I have written?"
""Spring Silkworms", "Midnight", "Lin's Shop"..."
Before Fang Yan came to visit, Wang Meng, Zhou Yanru and others had given him special training, and his answers were naturally improvised.
“These novels have one thing in common, that is, they are all realistic works.” Shen Yanbing said with great satisfaction, “For example, “Midnight” is about Shanghai in the early 1930s, because I like Combined with history, closely related to Reality, so many people call my novels ‘social analysis novels’.”
“Does the teacher want me to go in the direction of realism?”
Fang Yan understands this and decides for himself. Graduation topic.
If it breaks, what should I do with "Insidious"?
My wishful thinking may be ruined!
“Just a suggestion, because the theme of spy wars will always have its time, but the material of real life is inexhaustible. In the 1980s, 1990s, and even the 21st century, realism will never go out of style. This can greatly extend your writing career."
Shen Yanbing patiently explained his intention, and young writers should establish their own "life base."
For example, writers in the 1950s had a principle of "three similarities", which meant eating, living and working with the grassroots people.
Fang Yan suddenly realized that there is a limit to creation. His inspiration will always run out and his talents will be exhausted. What the teacher is worried about is his future.
But he didn’t know that he was cheating!
"Literature must reflect the themes of the times. I want to test you again. What important topics do you think society has now?"
Shen Yanbing guided it bit by bit.
Fang Yan thought for a moment, and the first thing that popped into his mind was, reform! This will definitely be a constant theme throughout the future!
"The fact that you can say 'reform' so quickly shows that you have very good observation skills." Shen Yanbing praised with appreciation.
Fang Yan is smiling on the outside, but bitter in his heart.
There are indeed many movies and TV series about the background of reform.
"New Stars", "Brothers", "Big Rivers", "Chicken Feathers Flying to the Sky", "Blood is Always Hot", "Flowers", "Love in the Pearl River", "Wenzhou Family"...
But there are not many works from this time in the early 1980s, and they are still the kind that can be written into full-length novels.
It is simply extremely difficult!
"Don't put too much pressure on yourself."
Shen Yanbing noticed the worry between his brows, "I'm just giving you some more directions to consider. You can still do the spy game. Write.”
“I understand, teacher!”
Fang Yan couldn’t help but feel relieved, but can the topic set by the instructor be changed at will?
"It's noon, let's stay and have a light meal."
Shen Yanbing greeted him and walked with him to the dining room in the east wing.
As soon as he entered the door, a girl called "Grandpa" and rushed to Shen Yanbing's side, winking at Fang Yan:
"Hey, big brother, who are you? "
"Mai Heng, please call me Uncle Fang," Chen Shuang's wife Chen Xiaoman corrected.
"Hello, Uncle Fang."
Shen Maiheng said it crisply and sweetly.
The dialect is exactly the same as in the pocket. The candy Su Ya stuffed for herself yesterday is still in her pocket. I borrowed flowers and offered them to her.
“Thank you, Uncle Fang!”
Shen Maiheng's eyes lit up and his scream became sweeter.
Fang Yan is very helpless. At his age, people call him uncle.
But no matter what, being able to stay at home and eat at the same table, and being called "uncle" is obviously recognized by Shen Yanbing's family.
After eating, Fang Yan was taken to the study again.
“Take this.”
Shen Yanbing took a copy of "Preparation for Creation" published in the 1950s from the bookshelf, and then took out a notebook from the drawer. The paper was yellowed, the cover was slightly torn, and the title read "On Creation."
“This is a summary of my writing experience in this life, including and explaining some writing methods and techniques.”
Cheats!
Fang Yan took the note carefully.
These days, there are almost no systematic writing guidance courses and teaching materials. This book is completely equivalent to the martial arts secret book in the literary world.
And it’s a peerless secret at the Wenlin Grandmaster level!
“Of course, just reading is useless, you also have to write a composition. Remember, the purpose of composition is to practice writing, not to memorize the knowledge you already know. To improve your writing skills, it is best to go Write some things that you observe from life..."
Shen Yanbing taught him the "ABC of Novel Practice", just like a master giving initiations and teachings to his disciples, patiently explaining them.
The whole afternoon, I almost didn’t leave the study.
"Being able to express what you mean clearly is a skill... No matter how good the skill is, it should serve the content. Never put the cart before the horse." Shen Yanbing breathed out tiredly.
"Teacher, I remember."
Fang Yan nodded.
“Read these books when you have time when you go back, but more importantly, walk around the society, observe more, and remember that literature is created by the people.” Shen Yanbing opened a copy Book list.
“I understand, teacher.”
“That’s it for today’s class. I will ask you to come to my house in the future. Of course, you can also come and sit here when you are free. Sit down, you live in Nanluogu Lane, which is close to here. If I'm not here, you can say hello to Shen Shuang and Xiaoman, make an appointment to come over, or hang up the phone."
As soon as these words came out, Fang Yan knew it was time to say goodbye.
When I walked out of the courtyard, the sky outside had darkened, and the sunset was like fire, dyeing half of the sky red. I looked back at the scenic spots in my former residence that I had visited in my previous life, and I had to sigh.
Life is full of surprises!
I actually became Shen Yanbing’s closed disciple!
Although it was due to the friendship between Ding Ling and the institute and the decline of novels, it would not have been possible without the foundation of novels such as "The Wrangler" and "Dark War".
Based on this status, if you don't go to the sea and stay in the system, you might be able to get into Wang Meng's future position.
Servant? Minister?
"Why are you thinking so far ahead? Let's think about how to solve this homework first. The theme of the times..."
Faced with "Shen Yanbing's graduation project", Fang Yan smacked his lips, The original plan could only be shelved, leaving "Latent" as an alternative, and first considering a reform literary work.
Or it may be other themes of the times, or it may be realism. This range is neither too big nor too small.
This division mission is a bit difficult.
After much thought, I had to ask my friends for advice, especially Jiang Zilong, the "first person in reform literature", to learn from him.
Thanks to Tianxia Zongheng for having my 100 starting coins.
(End of this chapter)