"Editor Kagurazaka, it's okay to sign the contract, but can we discuss publishing matters in advance? For example, we can discuss publishing matters after signing the contract."
Mu Fan agreed at first, and then asked awkwardly. It wasn't that he had any doubts about Kagurazaka Iris's words, but that his poor company was about to close down. If the publication was delayed any longer, he might not be able to get financial relief. company.
Kagurazaka Iris was stunned for a moment, and then asked: "Teacher Mu Shi Fanchen, why are you so persistent in publishing it early? A good work can gain sales no matter when it is published, right?"
Mu Fan smiled bitterly: "Because I need money. If the money doesn't come in soon, I will probably lose my house."
Kagurazaka Iris said in a deep voice: "Publication matters need to be decided by the editorial department. The editor-in-chief and the performance of the book must both meet the conditions. It may be difficult to discuss publishing matters after signing the contract."
"A bit difficult?"
Mu Fan raised his eyebrows. Kagurazaka Iris didn't talk about this matter to death, which proved that there was still a glimmer of hope.
Before Mu Fan could ask, Kagurazaka Iris continued: "If you want to publish after signing the contract, you can only sign the new master contract from our website."
"A master contract can be signed as long as the author has two books with sales of more than 2 million, or one book with sales of nearly 10 million. For example, Senjumura Zheng signed a master-level contract a few days ago." Kagurazaka Iris added road.
Mu Fan felt a chill in his heart: "But my book hasn't been published yet, so how can I achieve the achievement of selling two million copies and sign the so-called great contract with Dengeki Bunko?"
"Things are not absolute. You have the sales volume of your last book, and the book you write is not just a short-lived novel that just follows the trend or a fan work. This book has great potential, so you can only do it when you sign the contract. I will take you to submit the manuscript to the editor, and you will provide an outline of the novel and a step-by-step development outline and character design. If the editor agrees, you can sign a great contract. "
"The great master has a guarantee of about 50 million, so you can spend the money in advance, but the book must be completed according to the outline, otherwise you will have to pay three times the amount. That is 150 million."
Kagurazaka Iris held the contract signed by the Great God in his hand. He looked at it and patiently explained the provisions of the Great God's Agreement to Mu Fan bit by bit.
The reason why Kagurazaka Iris does this is because of a kind of oppression -
The editor of Kasumigaoka Shiu, Machida Enko, became the deputy editor because of the sales of Kasumigaoka Shiu's book and other demigod-level authors.
This time, as long as the sales of Kasumigaoka Shiu's new book exceed 5 million, it is estimated that another group of chief editors can be created.
Although she is responsible for many authors, those are all authors whose sales have just begun to pick up, and some of them have just signed contracts, even if there are only two authors at the demigod level.
The inability to cultivate high-selling authors proves that she is not qualified as an editor. Not to mention whether the position will be promoted, it is estimated that even retaining the position of editor will be difficult.
They may even be dismissed when the company lays off employees.
This is something that Kagurazaka Iris has always found difficult. In fact, anyone who has written light novels understands that light novels do not require a good teacher.
All it takes is two words.
See and realize!
Speaking of which, light novels are also fantasy, just like the practitioners in the novels, some people cannot reach the holy realm in their entire lives, but as long as they understand it thoroughly, they can instantly comprehend the laws and become magicians who can fly and hide in the ground, etc.
However, her author simply cannot reach this level, and does not even dare to try. He just writes some fan works that can maintain income.
There are also some writing about women's clothing, and some writing about King Billy. By the way, Mu Fan came to this world and found that King Billy in this world had not been in a car accident, but was instead a big star that everyone loved.
Every time there is a performance, the so-called philosophy will be performed, and a group of billies will appear below to cheer.
Although this kind of subject matter can maintain income, for example, the sales volume of five volumes is about 100,000 and 200,000. Although it is more money than working part-time, it still cannot become a great author.
Fortunately, Mu Fan appeared, and with his unique understanding of the novel, he brought "Accelerated World" with a sales volume of more than 2 million
This time, as long as Mu Fan signs a contract with the Great God and the total sales of "Blessings for a Beautiful World" and "Accelerate the World" reach more than five million, she can become the deputy editor like Machida Enoko.
Therefore, this matter is a win-win situation for Mu Fan and Kagurazaka Iris.
Hearing this, Mu Fan felt happy. As long as he could spend the guaranteed 50 million, which was equivalent to more than 2 million from Tianchao, the fireworks and lighting expenses and technical personnel for the venue where Hatsune opened its first performance, plus the game company's All expenses can be solved.
Once Hatsune's performance is successful, the company CLANNAD will be able to launch it smoothly.
Thinking of this, Mu Fan asked in surprise: "I understand, can I go to Dengeki Bunko tomorrow afternoon? I have some things to do in the morning."
"Okay, the editor-in-chief and I will be here these days, but it's best to come here in these two days. I have to go on a business trip in three days." Kagurazaka Ayam reminded.
"I'll go as soon as possible."
After discussing with Kagurazaka Iris, Mu Fan hung up the phone, then opened the coding software and started coding.
After he had almost finished coding and saw that there were more than 100,000 words, he prepared the outline of "Blessings for a Beautiful World".
Signing a contract with a great god is different from an ordinary contract.
There are many novels in Dengeki Bunko that are written wherever they come to mind. When the contract was originally signed, the outline of such novels did not exceed 500 words.
In other words, these five hundred words only include the beginning, middle, and ending.
Some side missions and strategy plots can only be made up by one's own imagination, which is why the subsequent plots deviate or have no main plot.
But of course you can’t just muddle through the appointment with a few hundred words. Otherwise, who will be responsible for the plot going astray in the future and the sales volume being greatly reduced
Although the editor is responsible for the publication of the novel, the editor is not omnipotent, and she cannot judge whether some plots will affect the book.
After all, today's readers have very poor mental qualities, and the story may collapse if a supporting character dies.
If the editor could do it, she would have written a book that sold millions of copies. Who would still have to do this hard nine-to-five editing job
Therefore, in many cases, the editor cannot comment on the quality of a work. It can only be evaluated through development and sales. He can only take a rough look. For example, this book has a good prospect and has a high probability of success in the future.
Of course, there are some bad novels, and the editor can still tell. The editor doesn't sign the contract because he can see at a glance that the novel has no value. There is no point in persisting with such a book.
For one night, Mu Fan planned the outline based on the plot in his memory, from the beginning and end of the story to every small climax and suspense.
In the end, Mu Fan actually wrote 100,000 words just for this outline, and the update of "Blessings for a Beautiful World" only had 30,000 words.
But it doesn’t matter, the 30,000-word update still ranks first in the new book update list.
Mu Fan opened the author group and took a look, and sure enough, most of them were anticipating his new book and Kasumigaoka Shiyu's new book.
Sleepless Night: The world view designed by Twilight Fanchen's book "Accelerated World" is already the limit. This book has a completely different style from the previous book. From the cool design of this RPG that was poorly written, You can definitely tell that he has exhausted his talents and will probably pounce soon.
Axus: It’s really strange that a new author’s results are like this. Could it be because of brushing up
An old salty fish: In my opinion, it should be. After all, is it a bit too fake for a newcomer to have such results in two books? Is it some wealthy person who is just playing around? Sure enough, there is nothing that money cannot solve.
Shidou Kunimitsu: Don't slander others without reading their books. Just like Kasumi Shiko and Yamada Fairy, didn't they achieve almost impossible sales as newcomers? I read his book, and it is very good. It is an existence that even I can only look up to.
Therefore, it is useless to be jealous. It is better to use this time to strengthen yourself and defeat him with the book you wrote!
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Sure enough, every time a novel is written, there will always be a group of people who can't stand it. This is like the principle that a common man is not guilty but harbors a treasure.
However, Mu Fan had nothing to do this time, so he directly posted in the group under the official author name of Mu Shi Fanchen:
"Ah hahaha, everyone, I'm going to sign an appointment with a master tomorrow, and you can receive a guarantee of 50 million! It's great, there is such an opportunity, I am so happy!"
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