AWB Chapter 220
Chapter 220
"The other day you asked me if I wanted to enter the music industry, and you said that writing and music don't conflict with each other. After careful consideration, I realized that I could indeed make these two the main areas of my future career."
"After recording the program 'Travel with the Wind,' I gained a completely new understanding through chatting with Teacher Shen and others."
He took pieces of paper and placed them in front of the cup.
"In the past, whether it was writers or celebrities, they were restricted by the media and their impressions of the public were one-way. It was difficult for the public to get in touch with the real people, which created a sense of distance."
"The profession of writer is even more behind the scenes, and the public has little chance to understand it."
"Just like the cup behind this piece of paper, you don't know what's inside."
"Later, with the continuous development of the internet, the improvement of messaging networks, and the rise of various social platforms, the distance between people became closer."
Lu Qingfeng removed the paper, revealing the cup behind it.
"At this time, the public's interest in celebrities has also shifted, from their works to the people themselves."
"The network's aggregation effect will naturally lead to the phenomenon of following the crowd, and any shining point of a celebrity standing in the spotlight will be magnified by those who like him."
"Appearance, talent, and even some good qualities that are common in real life will become sought-after factors."
"At this point, it doesn't matter what's in the cup, because I like the cup and am willing to try the liquid inside."
"Even if the drink doesn't taste good, they'll still say they like it because of the cup, or find other reasons why the drink isn't tasty. Anyway, it has nothing to do with the cup."
Having said that, Lu Qingfeng picked up the cup and drank some of the warm water in it.
"You mean the fan club, right?"
Yang Xiuxiu naturally knew what Lu Qingfeng was talking about. Although she had never been exposed to fan culture, she had seen it online.
"Whether it's fan circles or traffic, this situation will become more and more common in the future. Think about what the sports and literary circles were like in the past, and then think about it now."
"Even intellectuals from the last century like Mr. Shen have begun to get involved in the entertainment industry."
"Compared to spending a lot of time and energy to create a good work, it is obvious that building a good personal brand can achieve better, longer-term and more diversified monetization."
Yang Xiuxiu understood what he wanted to say.
“You want to build a brand around yourself.”
Lu Qingfeng nodded and shook his head.
"No, it's about improving both internally and externally, continuously producing high-quality content, and gaining external recognition."
In fact, what he wanted to say was that he wanted to become a cultural symbol of an era. This is the ultimate form of idol.
It’s just that this goal is too big. It’s enough to be the motivation in my heart. There’s no need to shout it out loud.
What supports his character is naturally the nine-tailed fox heritage and the cultural memory bank of his previous life.
"I definitely can't do this alone, so, Sister Xiuxiu, come and help me."
"But I haven't come into contact with any of these things you mentioned. Is it really possible?"
Yang Xiuxiu was very hesitant.
Hesitation means that he has an idea in mind, so Lu Qingfeng strikes while the iron is hot.
"Of course, Sister Xiuxiu, you don't know how good you are. Just think about how much you have helped me since I submitted my work to you."
"From the initial promotion of the short story to the current publication of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, haven't you been helping me with everything?"
"Also, lately, you've been amazing at handling media interviews."
Yang Xiuxiu felt a little embarrassed.
"It's not as exaggerated as you say. The magazine editor helps with many things, and this is also a job I'm familiar with."
Lu Qingfeng said quickly.
"These are the things you'll need to do in the early stages, and you'll be freer than you are now."
"Sister Xiuxiu, you've always wanted to explore the world, right? If my mystery novel wins this competition, it will be published in Fuso, and you can also go abroad to play."
"And 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory'? Didn't you also say that those cultural brokers are very optimistic about the overseas market?"
The neighbor's sister still looked a little hesitant.
Lu Qingfeng said finally.
"Besides, I also need someone I can trust to help me control these things. Sister Xiuxiu, the only person I can think of is you."
Yang Xiuxiu subconsciously raised her head and saw Lu Qingfeng looking into her eyes.
I couldn't help but think of the scene when the two of them first met.
Such an incredibly beautiful pair of eyes.
The difference is that the unfamiliarity back then has turned into trust now.
In fact, the reason she was hesitant was not because of anything else, but because she was afraid that she would not do it well.
Now.
Faced with this trust, do your best.
"Ok."
She smiled gently.
Before Lu Qingfeng had time to be happy, she immediately said.
"But we have to wait until Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is officially released. Now is a critical moment, and I can't just give up."
Lu Qingfeng also agreed with this.
After the first twenty chapters of this novella were serialized in the fourth issue in August, the publication news of the magazine "Children's Literature" was released.
The date was set directly on August 29th, which is also the day when most schools start.
On this day, most parents will take their children to the bookstore to buy stationery and other things needed for the new semester.
The publishing house has already negotiated with several major domestic bookstore chains in advance for recommended placement of the book.
Bookstores like Sisyphus, Sanwei Bookstore, and Chunyu Bookstore all have the best exhibition booths and book posters.
The main online place is Dangdang Bookstore, and I asked for a homepage for promotion and recommendation.
The first print run was 20,000 copies, which is definitely a high number.
At a time when the physical market is sluggish, it is extremely promising for a new writer to have his or her first work sell 5,000 copies.
It was because Lu Qingfeng had such strong momentum writing at night for two days that the publishing house took the risk of printing more.
The 60,000-word novel, including illustrations, has a total of 80 pages and is priced at 19.8 yuan.
According to the 10% royalty agreement signed previously, Lu Qingfeng would receive RMB 1.98 for every copy sold.
Of course, this is the ideal case. Most of the time, bookstores will have discounts, promotions, and buy-one-get-one-free deals.
At this point, the books should have been printed and ready to be sent to major bookstores.
The co-branded chocolate will be released before.