Rainy London, in front of the British branch of Random House.

J.K. Rowling rubbed the author's commemorative edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone over and over again with her hands, and at the same time had mixed feelings in her heart.

Now, when others ask about their profession, they can finally say the word "writer" openly.

And I don't have to explain to my parents and friends over and over again about publishing books on the Internet.

With a smile on her face, she tucked the physical book into her arms, then opened her umbrella and walked leisurely in the rain.

At the same time, in New York, where the temperature plummeted, Wang was sitting in his office, listening to Tom's work report.

Thanks to the massive publicity of Random House, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone has reached the bottom of the bestseller list. ”

In addition, the number of copies sold on the first day also ranked first in the sales volume of novels. ”

Then, Tom glanced at Wang gradually with some embarrassment, and continued to speak.

As for the sales organizer of the printed version of "Xiaobaiwen Writing Guide", he has no clue for the time being. ”

"At present, I only know that in all major bookstores in New York, there are people who are selling them privately. ”

"As for other cities, although the situation is not so common, it is starting to appear sporadically. ”

Wang gradually thought about the man he met in the bookstore yesterday, and he couldn't cry or laugh for a while.

"Could it be that someone with a brain cramp would pay fifty dollars for that?"

Tom shrugged his shoulders with a smile and said, "Because when the editor of the publishing house rejects the manuscript, he will generally only say that the manuscript does not meet the requirements, and will not comment on the content of the work. ”

"Therefore, many young people who have just embarked on the road of writing do not reflect on the story itself, but think that there is something wrong with their writing skills. ”

"These people are superstitious that there must be some unknown pattern in the bestsellers, and they study it. ”

"It's probably as obsessed with the lotto as the people who study the lotto. ”

Wang gradually tapped his fingers lightly on the table, and said his question.

"But in the bookstore, I saw some books that sold for as much as $20. ”

"Why would these people pay $50 for something unpublished?"

Tom thought for a moment and replied, "First, probably because of mysticism?

"Second, we have to admire these salespeople. ”

Speaking of this, Tom's expression was also a little helpless.

They associate that thing with Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, saying that J.K. Rowling, a single mother, was able to write a wonderful story because she was mentored. ”

As a direct result of this, many people bought a copy of "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" after buying "Writing Guide" and took it home to study carefully. ”

That's because people's stories are very interesting in themselves, but their own writing methods are not suitable for publishing works on the Internet.

Wang gradually frowned tightly at first, but after a moment, his brow relaxed.

"So, this thing has a good impact on the physical sales of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone?"

"Of course. Tom nodded affirmatively, and then asked, "So, do you want to continue to track down the sales organizer?"

Wang gradually weighed the gains and losses, and said, "Forget it." ”

He flipped through the pamphlet and shook his head speechlessly.

In order to hide the world, the seller has modified its content to a certain extent.

For example, the description of the environment and the psychology of the bystander, on the complete booklet, it is stated that the number of words is for water to achieve the purpose of charging.

And the booklet in front of me deleted the purpose of the latter.

Now the booklet is a little useful, probably emphasizing the brain hole, the golden three chapters, and "upgrading to fight monsters and pick up treasures, cave academy auction".

These things should not have a big impact when they are circulated.

Definitely, right?

Wang gradually thought for a moment, then shook his head.

Then, he opened the keyboard without caring about himself and continued to update "Extreme Heavenly Demon".

And in Los Angeles, a screenwriter named Paul Schulling walked out of a film and television production company in despair.

's own script was rejected again.

But what made him even more uneasy was that a friend who was engaged in the TV industry came to hear that a crew in New York was also filming a film and television drama with the theme of "Prison Break".

The screenplay is based on a novel published on the website.

Moreover, this website has attracted Wall Street giants to make joint investments.

Its viewing platform has been determined to be the CBS wireless television network.

Is his script about to be stillborn?

Paul Schul reluctantly walked towards the apartment.

As he sat in the chair in the study and looked at the computer, an impulse sprung up.

No, you can't just give up!

You have to look at the serialized works, then find the same parts and make changes to your script.

In this way, although the subject matter is the same, it can only be regarded as a creative crash.

Then, there is still the possibility of his script being filmed.

After thinking about it, he quickly turned on the computer and searched for the novel "Prison Break".

A few minutes later, when Paul clicked through to the first page of the novel.

His spirit relaxed instantly.

The protagonist of this novel is a woman.

But the next plot made him frown, and even began to doubt himself.

He thought that this would be a female version of "The Shawshank Redemption".

Through the perspective of women, the misfortune of prison life is more delicately expressed.

Outcome...

He took his script and compared it with the novel.

His own script was rejected, and the novel has already begun to be filmed.

"Could it be that this style is outdated?" Paul muttered to himself.

I am in the golden age of screenwriting and creation, and I can't keep up with the times?

This was simply unacceptable to Paul Schulling.

He turned off his computer and prepared to go for a casual walk on the street, thinking about it by the way.

About half an hour later, Paul was walking down Mulholland Road, still mired in deep self-doubt.

Forget it, let's go to the bookstore in front of you, read something casually, and change your mind.

When Paul walked into the bookstore, he found a lot of large posters.

Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone?

I don't think I've seen this name anywhere...

At this time, a lewd young man walked up to Paul's side, "Brother, have you been troubled by rejection?"

Paul nodded subconsciously, and then he heard the lewd man and began to chatter.

"Actually, there's nothing wrong with our story, it's just that we can't grasp the routine of writing. He pointed to the poster of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone and continued.

The author of the book, who was originally just a single mother, took over the guidance and caused a sensation on the website. ”

"Now, it's not just Random House that is desperately trying to get the distribution rights. It is said that many film and television companies are competing for the right to adapt film and television!"

"Film and television, adaptation rights?" Paul muttered.