Chapter 30 Departure
Shenhai Hongqiao Airport.
A group of people were waiting in the terminal. The people invited to Neon to participate in the exchange meeting this time were mainly several well-known literary journals and magazines in China.
For example, Harvest, October, Flower City, Yangtze River Literature and Art, etc., and of course Germination.
In addition, there are also writers recommended by various magazines. All of these writers have been famous for a long time. Chen Linfeng is the youngest among them and has published the least number of books. He is very eye-catching.
His second novel has just been finalized, and sample books have been released. Chen Linfeng carries several copies with him.
Editor Zhao introduced the exchange group to him, "That is the team leader, Cheng Yongxin of Harvest magazine. He was just promoted to deputy editor this year, and the person standing with him is Yu "Hua, you should know me."
Chen Linfeng said shamelessly, "Please help me introduce him. Teacher Yu has helped me a lot. I heard that our agency asked him to write a recommendation for me again this time. I You have to express your gratitude in person."
Zhao Changtian then led him to a middle-aged man about 40 years old,
"Teacher Yu, let me introduce someone to you."< br>
Chen Linfeng stood up from behind the editor-in-chief and bowed, "Teacher Yu, I am Chen Linfeng. You have recommended my novels before, and this time I would like to trouble you to help recommend my new book. Thank you very much."
Of course Yu Hua knows this person. Sprout Magazine asked him twice to write recommendations, both for this young writer. He has read both books. They are very good and have the freshness that young people in the new era should have.
The most important thing is that in the past two years, newspapers have been discussing him every day. He is very famous, and public opinion is very optimistic about such a young writer.
He said with a smile, "I will only recommend your book if it is good. In the end, you have to fight for it yourself."
Yu Hua paused and then said, "I won't talk to you anymore. You are also a well-known author who has written an annual bestseller. Let's just communicate as equals."
Of course Chen Linfeng would not take it seriously. At present, he is far worse than this one.
It’s just that I won’t use honorifics in the following exchanges, as that will make me feel a little unfamiliar.
Still called teacher.
Chen Linfeng was an adult in his previous life, but now he doesn't feel restrained among a group of middle-aged people.
In order not to be silent, he asked, "Teacher Yu, do you know what the specific situation is when we go to communicate this time? I haven't heard any reports in the newspapers."
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Yu Hua shook his head, he really didn't know.
“I happen to know,” said Editor-in-Chief Cheng of Harvest Magazine standing nearby.
As the leader of the exchange group, he has a clear understanding of the ins and outs of this exchange.
When it comes to the whole story, we have to start with our childhood.
This exchange meeting was initiated by Neon and organized by several large publishing groups.
The purpose is to promote literary exchanges between the two countries, help excellent literary works go international, and also provide a place for writers to communicate.
Editor-in-Chief Cheng added in less official terms, "Actually, the publishing house over at Neon wants to improve its performance and sell their books to our country.
At the same time, there are If possible, we will also introduce some outstanding works from our country, so this exchange meeting was held.”
Editor Zhao explained the reason why the newspaper could not see relevant news.
“It makes sense not to promote it in advance. Think about it, if we go to the exchange meeting this time, and after the exchange, all we do is introduce their books, our books will not be able to penetrate their market. How ugly that is.
So I won’t publicize it in the early stage, and we’ll talk about it later when we really get results. ”
Chen Linfeng had never heard of this exchange meeting in his previous life. Maybe he was a little ignorant in his previous life, or maybe as editor Zhao guessed, the results were not very good and there was not much publicity.
Side aside Editor-in-Chief Cheng Cheng added, "We are not just participating because we want to try to buy and sell books. In recent years, the higher authorities have been talking about joining the WTO.
This kind of international cooperation between literary units is in line with the spirit of globalization and can also be considered as a contribution to the WTO. "
"It is indeed the case," Zhao Changtian affirmed. "The General Administration of Press and Publication attaches great importance to this exchange meeting, and their people are also accompanying them this time. ”
"Bah, I think it's true that the publishing house wants to sell more books," Yu Hua couldn't listen anymore and spat, "You just see that the book market is not as good as before, so you want to introduce foreign enemies." The two chief editors I have no choice but to spread my hands, who doesn’t want to sell more books, but literati have always been reserved, so I can’t say this.
Chen Linfeng thought thoughtfully, if this is the case, it would be a good opportunity for him.
His novel is adapted from the animation work of his previous life. If it can turn against Tiangang and sell it back to Neon, it will probably be a good thing.
So he asked the two chief editors, "Has Neon said what kind of books they intend to introduce?"
Editor-in-Chief Cheng thought for a while, "I can't tell. Before departure this time, all the works of you writers have been sent to Japan. It depends on their choice. We don't know the situation of the Japanese market here."< br>
“Then what kind of Japanese books is our publishing house planning to introduce?”
Editor-in-chief Cheng was silent.
Zhao Changtian looked around and felt a little embarrassed. He lowered his voice and said, "Mainly popular literature and best-selling novels."
These literary magazines of this era are still I feel that the literary nature of a work is more important, and I feel ashamed to discuss popular works written just to sell more books.
Yu Hua glanced at him disdainfully, "Old Zhao, you are the only one who thinks this is a secret. Your thoughts have been written on your faces." It will be introduced. Isn’t this a way to test the taste of domestic readers with the novel first?”
Chen Linfeng had an idea and didn’t ask any more questions.
After a while, boarding began. Chen Linfeng followed Editor Zhao and got on the plane.
The plane took off, and Zhao Changtian told Chen Linfeng, "We will arrive in more than two hours. You have never been on a plane. If you feel uncomfortable, you can take a nap."
Chen Linfeng's body was not prone to airsickness in this life. He shook his head and took out a book to read.
"Hey, "Research on Ancient Chinese Clothing"? Good guy, the book you read is really complicated." Zhao Changtian turned his head and saw the book in Chen Linfeng's hand next to him, and was surprised.
"If you have nothing to do, just read it." He read this kind of book purely to accumulate information for the future, and it can be used in movies and TV dramas involving ancient times.
If one day he can take charge of the crew, he will not make stupid mistakes in this regard.
Editor Zhao can only envy the young people for their high energy and their motivation to learn. He can't stand reading such boring books now.
The plane landed smoothly at Tokyo Haneda Airport. The exchange group got off the plane. In front of the terminal hall, Neon personnel were holding signs to greet the plane.
The leader came up to us and said in Chinese with a great accent, "Chengjun, welcome to Neon. I am Ida Shouji, who is in charge of contacting this exchange meeting. Please take care of me for the rest of the time. Take care of me.”
After that, he bowed.
Next, both parties briefly introduced themselves.
Neon was very surprised by Chen Linfeng in the Chinese exchange group. She didn't understand why there was a young man. Judging from his age, he should still be a middle school student.
Cheng Yongxin saw the doubts of the Japanese personnel and focused on Chen Linfeng's situation.
Ida bowed to Chen Linfeng, "I didn't expect Chen Jun to be a famous writer. We underestimated the genius of China. Please forgive me."
Chen Linfeng was surprised by Xiaozhi's superficial politeness. No wonder, he responded in neon language,
"It doesn't have to be like this, I don't mind. I am indeed a bit young and I am not qualified to come here. It was the editor-in-chief of the magazine who wanted to give me a chance to learn. , specifically asked me to join in."
Ida glanced at the young writer in surprise, "He is indeed a genius, Chen Jun speaks very standard Japanese."
So I uncovered this section.
Cheng Yongxin listened to the explanation of the interpreter in the group and appreciated Chen Linfeng's response very much.
If you deal with it in this way, you will reduce the possibility of being made things difficult for you in the future. You can't make things difficult for a young man who comes to learn.
Today’s reading will decide whether to test the waters. Please try your best to read both chapters. Thank you
(End of this chapter)