"Caged Bird"

"It's the creation of genius, and I'm crazy about this story – a famous science fiction author."

"Unbridled imagination, capable and brilliant narration, the alien civilization in the text has never really appeared, but it is everywhere - the editor of a famous science fiction magazine."

"The author cuts in from a special angle and tells such a depressing and wonderful story, and after reading it from beginning to end, some scenes still echo in my mind for a long time - a famous reviewer."

After "Night Tour of the Capital City" was put on the shelves, it exceeded 30,000 subscriptions on the first day.

Ji Zhuo has lived a lot more regularly, in addition to updating the code words every day, it is to ponder new books.

"Caged Bird" was also officially published overseas during this period.

There is basically not much difference in the literal meaning of the title of the book.

And these comments are some of the words reflected in the blank space on the front and back of the book cover of the overseas published version of "Caged Bird".

It can be regarded as the recommendation of some famous people, and it can also be regarded as the promotion point of Ji Zhuo's new book for newcomers in the overseas market.

At this time, Ji Zhuo also has this collector's edition in his hand.

But these famous authors, editors, reviewers,

Ji Zhuo didn't know it, so naturally it was the operation of the Delvin Publishing House.

It may be that "Caged Birds" was sent to these people, and then asked for a post-reading evaluation, and picked some of the best of them.

Or maybe it's just a matter of asking for it.

For example, science fiction writers who want to go crazy for "Caged Bird",

Ji Zhuo saw that this person's name was a little familiar,

I touched my phone and searched for it, and it was indeed a famous science fiction writer.

But...... All of its science fiction works are published by Delvin Press.

Put down your phone,

Ji Zhuo flipped up and down the overseas version of "Caged Bird",

In addition to the title of the book on the cover, the pen name, the name of the publisher and the testimonial have all been changed to English.

The cover of this edition still follows the cover of the domestic publication - the back, the birds, the ants crawling out of the handwriting, the stray ants......

Flipped a few pages,

The quality of the printing is also ok.

As for the content...... Ji Zhuo had already seen it before,

Or that the English translation is based on his ideas.

"Editor-in-Chief Lou of Delvin Press: Mr. Ji, have you received the book? How do you feel? ”

At this time, Ji Zhuo received a message from Editor-in-Chief Lou on his mobile phone,

Ji Zhuo put the English version of "Caged Bird" on the table next to him and replied with a message,

"Clumsy and extraordinary: it's good, it's well printed, and the publisher bothered it."

"Editor-in-Chief Lou: Mr. Ji is polite, this is Mr. Ji's first work published overseas, so we naturally want to try our best to be as perfect as possible, and it is also a win-win situation.

Editor-in-Chief Lou: The English version of Caged Bird has already warmed up in the publishing market in Europa and other English-speaking countries, and we are already stocking up. Since Mr. Ji has no opinion, then we will release it according to the set time.

Clumsy and extraordinary: OK. ”

Although I know that the editor-in-chief Lou is polite, I have to say that I am very good at being a person.

Ji Zhuo replied,

Editor-in-chief Lou gave Ji Zhuo a brief description of the preparation of the English version of "Caged Bird" in various channels.

Ji Zhuo naturally didn't have anything to say, so he responded a few words.

"Editor-in-Chief Lou: Mr. Ji may need to hold a signing meeting or ...... in the later stage"

"Clumsy and extraordinary: sign the autograph. I'm afraid that someone will send me a blade in person.

Editor-in-Chief Lou: That's fine. ”

After chatting with Editor-in-Chief Lou,

Ji Zhuo put down his phone, raised his head again, and looked at the English version of "Caged Bird" that had just been placed on the table.

As he published more and more works, each time the publisher would send a few or a dozen copies.

Should he have placed the entire bookshelf next to the study or living room to put these books?

Ji Zhuo pondered...... I touched my phone again.

……

“…… Hey man, listen to me, buy this book, my favorite sci-fi author recommended this book, saying it's an amazing book! ”

"Forget it. The sci-fi author you like recommends books all day long, as long as it's a book from Delvin Press. Last time I heard you all throw up and say something well: Oh, buy karma, never read any of the books recommended by this damn, bastard author anymore. It can't be anymore. ”

Great Britain, a prestigious university.

Dormitories for international students. An international student from China lives with another student from another country.

Listening to the words of this roommate, the international student exaggerated and learned from this roommate's words,

"This time is different, friend."

The roommate was a little embarrassed, and then put his arm around the shoulders of the international student, and talked with a big grin.

"I heard that this science fiction was written by an author in your country."

The young international student who had been holding a book and looking at it heard this, paused, and turned his head.

"Man, I'll just say you're interested."

Seeing the international student turn his head, the roommate became excited again,

"My favorite sci-fi author said it was a crazy book, and you know, he never complimented a work like that! I'm definitely going to buy him! ”

"You just said it was amazing."

Looking at the excitement of this roommate, the international student silently complained,

"It's just a small thing, man, the important thing is that I buy him and look at it hard!"

The international student looked at the roommate silently until he was a little embarrassed.

“…… Will Delvin Press publish science fiction elsewhere? ”

The international student turned his head and asked again.

"Of course, this is the largest science fiction publishing house in Europa, and he publishes science fiction in different places."

"It is said that this science fiction book has sold record-breaking sales in China, and this must be an unprecedented masterpiece!"

Looking at the roommate's enthusiasm again,

This young international student didn't know what he was fanatical about.

"What's the name of that book?"

"Caged Bird"

"Listen, what a meaningful name, oh, we are all caged birds, and the cage binds our wings of freedom......"

Looking at the appearance of this roommate reciting his own poems again,

The international student silently turned his head back and continued to read his book.

“…… Hey man, listen to me, be sure to buy this book, he won't let you down! ”

The roommate next to him was still talking,

So that international students can't help but complain in their hearts,

Good guy, you haven't even seen it yourself, so you recommend it.

But the name of this book is strangely familiar.

……

"Grass in the Canyon: I heard that 'Caged Bird' is going to be published in English and published overseas.

Zeng Canghai: I saw the announcement of the forum on the official website of Huating Publishing House. You said, when it's time to go on sale, do you want to find an overseas purchasing agent to buy a few English editions back, and you will be supporting the dog author.

Eight Immortals Crossing the Sea: I think it's okay. ”

I was in the house and received the courier,

Ji Zhuo, who dragged a large package of couriers into the living room, was panting,

Seeing the news in the book friend group, Ji Zhuo's eyelids couldn't help jumping,

Make a hammer, although I want to make "Caged Bird" published overseas because I want to earn more overseas manuscript fees,

But it is not an export to domestic sales.

If all domestic readers buy one more book by then,

What's the point of overseas publishing, just to make money?

Ji Zhuo feels that he still has a bit of a bottom line......

"Trumpet: I don't think so.

Eight Immortals Crossing the Sea: ??? What's not going to work?

Trumpet: I think the author's agreement to publish "Caged Bird" overseas should be because he wants "Caged Bird" to have some overseas markets, rather than exporting it to domestic sales. You publish abroad here, and buy it back abroad, don't you let the publishing house make money in vain......

Once in the sea: It seems to make some sense...... But I just want to support the author.,By the way, I want to collect an English version of "Caged Bird", and it's best to have other editions later.,I'm collecting each version.,A full version collection.。

Small: ......

Trumpet: I don't think it's really necessary, support for the sake of support. Buy what you need, don't create your own needs for support.

300,000 per second: I think this reader has a point, we don't advocate this, you don't have to buy the English version in order to support the dog author, although the dog author is out of chapter, although he drags a new book, although he is a dog, but he is not so dog.

Once in the sea: Then I will bear with it...... I'd love to collect it. ”

Seeing that public opinion has reversed,

Ji Zhuo nodded with satisfaction,

Although Yun lightly admires this ...... I didn't say anything nice about him, but he cooperated very well.

But then,

Ji Zhuo received a message from Yun Qingmu on the other number.

"300,000 per second: Ji Zhuo, that 'little trumpet' won't be your trumpet, right?

Clumsy and Extraordinary: ......

Clumsy and extraordinary: how is it possible...... Not really. ”

Exposed,

Do you want to change the trumpet and lurk in the readership?

Ji Zhuo pondered,

Shaking his head, let's talk about it.

Anyway, just Yun Qingmu knows that this matter is not in a hurry.

He Yun Qingmu casually broke a few nonsense words.

Ji Zhuo put down the phone,

also gasped,

began to unpack the package that had just been dragged into the house,

In the package he bought online,

Bookshelves to be assembled.

Well...... I said I wanted to buy it, so I bought it.

Busy in the house,

Sweat is tired,

It took a lot of effort,

There is an extra wooden bookshelf in Ji Zhuo's study,

Ji Zhuo will publish a book that has been published,

From "Mortal Cultivators" to "Revival of Cthulhu"

From "Shepherd Boy Seeking Immortals", "Seven Days of Hell" to "Caged Bird"

This book is all on the shelf,

Because the first two large novels have a lot of volumes, and the next few books also have several copies of the same.

On the bookshelf, it's really full of rows.

After putting it away,

Ji Zhuo stepped back and watched.

It's quite a sense of accomplishment.

I don't know,

Someday, the books he published will fill the entire shelf?

Even if you only have one book per book?

A smile appeared on Ji Zhuo's face.

……

"Crackling ......"

The tapping sound of the mechanical keyboard is crisp,

It continued to sound in the study, and the faint sound of the breeze blowing through the window was muffled,

The sunlight outside the window that seeped into the room seemed to be being urged, gradually stretching under the window.

Waiting for the sunset in the distance, only the light reflected in the room stretched to Ji Zhuo's feet,

One afternoon and then again.

On the computer that Ji Zhuo was facing, the words were no longer densely covered with the newly created chapters.

New stories have been populated with content.

"Hoo ......"

Ji Zhuo let out a long sigh,

pinched his wrist and fingers,

I also feel backache,

I took a look at today's good update,

After a simple check for a typo, I sent out today's update.

As soon as the computer was buttoned, Ji Zhuo got up and went out.

……

"The land lord talks to Zhang Cheng about ......"

Leaning against the window, blowing the cool breeze on the mat,

Wearing an overcoat, the old man sat on a chair, holding his mobile phone in both hands, listening to the sound of reading aloud from the earphones.

After listening to today's update of this author,

The old man paused, and then took off his headphones and said aloud,

"I'm about to finish this one. I don't know what this author will write in this book. ”

"Uncle Yu, what do you want him to write?"

The nurse next to him helped put away the Bluetooth headset and said something.

When the old man heard this, he smiled.

"I read everything I write. I'm idle, I can watch everything......"

The nurse smiled.

“…… Uncle Yu, where is today's update? ”

"When it comes to reincarnation, you can see for yourself."

The old man smiled and replied.

"Okay, I'll see later."

Following the old man, the nurse also looked at Ji Clumsy.

……

"Sassy ......"

The wind blows the dense branches and leaves of the trees in the community,

There was a crashing and squirming sound.

Ji Zhuo had dinner and on the way back to the house,

stopped at a kiosk in the community,

The evening breeze is gusting, and there is also a breeze of trees and leaves, which is rare and comfortable.

Ji Zhuo leaned against the pavilion pillar and sat down on the bench under the pavilion.

From time to time, a few leaves were blown off around him, and the sound of children playing in the community in the distance was also blocked by the branches and leaves of the trees, making the surroundings seem quiet.

Feeling out his phone, Ji Zhuo opened today's update,

Take a look at some of the chapter reviews and readers' comments in today's updated chapter.

"Dog author, just two chapters? You've changed, you weren't like this at the beginning, you wanted to write about mortal cultivation when you first wrote about the resurgence of Cthulhu......"

"Look, it's good-looking, can you do more?"

Not surprisingly, the first thing I see is always some urging comments,

Even at the beginning of the chapter that has just been updated.

Look at Ji Clumsy...... Speechless.

Just when Ji Zhuo was about to continue to turn backwards,

Suddenly I felt some changes in the light in front of me,

Look up and look,

found that there was a fourteen or fifteen-year-old boy beside him,

It's a bit burly...... Chubby dun.

With a piece of cake in his hand and a plastic spoon,

While looking into his mouth, he stared intently at the mobile phone in Ji Zhuo's hand, looking at the mobile phone screen,

It seems that he found that Ji Zhuo stopped turning the page,

Little Chubby Dun also raised his head,

"Brother, big brother, are you watching "Night Tour of the Capital City"? Can you divide it and take a look at it? ”

"You see it too?"

Good guy, and met a young reader...... Well, it's not too small, fourteen or fifteen years old is the age at which many people start.

Ji Zhuo smiled and asked.

"Mmmm, look, I've read every copy of this author, and it's good."

"It's just that my grandmother doesn't let me play with my phone very much, and I always have to wait a day or two to see updates. Big brother, can you take a look at it with me? ”

Little Fat Dun nodded hurriedly and responded.

"Okay."

Ji Zhuo smiled and responded.

The little chubby dun said thank you, and also came closer to Ji Zhuo's side,

Follow Ji Zhuo to watch today's update of "Night Tour in the Capital City",

Looking at it, this little chubby dun was still talking to Ji Zhuo,

"Big brother, you've seen it all, and you're also an old reader of that author, right?"

"Well, sort of......"

I've written every book I've written, and I'm sure I've read it...... Kind of old reader, right?

"Oh......"

When Xiao Fat Dun heard Ji Zhuo say this, he seemed to be relieved,

"Hey, this dog author is good, it's just that the update is too slow, sometimes I only get the phone in three days, and it only turns out that six chapters have been updated."

Hearing that Ji Zhuo is an old reader, a good guy, the title of the author has changed.

"You say yes, big brother, this dog author is too slow to update."

Ji Zhuo listened to this,

Some were silent,

Suddenly I didn't want to give it to this little fat dun to see what was going on.

“…… It's okay, after all, this kind of theme, genre, at first glance, is medium and long, and this update is not slow. ”

"Well, four thousand words a day."

Chubby nodded and answered.

Ji Zhuo was even more silent, and didn't say a word,

turned his head, took his mobile phone, and silently flipped down,

Little Fat Dun was beside him, hurriedly eating the cake with a spoon while watching.

Eat with relish, watch with relish.

“…… Eh, big brother, are you okay? ”

"It's alright...... I'm fine. ”

"Oh."

Chubby turned his head again and continued to look with relish.