Are million-selling authors the same as regular authors?

No, it's entirely the existence of two concepts. Not to mention in China, even in the United States, it is not easy to achieve this kind of achievement.

For this meeting, Jason Epstein was purely for Olivia's sake. Otherwise, he wouldn't have come at all. However, because of a friend's daughter's words, he changed his mind.

If Jiang Yulou is really talented, and the work is not the kind of realistic theme that is dry and has no story, maybe it would be a good idea to introduce it to the United States.

Of course, this is only his initial idea, and how to implement it depends on whether the work can meet the requirements of his introduction.

Jason glanced at the manuscript on Olivia's desk and asked, "Ginger's talent is enviable, but, like I said, American readers are actually very picky, and not all literary works are liked." ”

"This one is different, it's a science fiction novel!" Olivia said excitedly.

Jason raised his eyebrows and asked expressionlessly, "Science fiction?" ”

In fact, he was already disappointed. It's fine if it's something else, but science fiction. Please, are there any good works of science fiction in Huaxia?

In his mind, there is no country where science fiction works can compare to the United States. After all, this is the country that gave birth to such a great work as Dune.

Olivia didn't notice anything wrong with her uncle's expression, and continued to recommend: "This work is really great, it is written about the scientists of the human world in the future who cloned the extinct dinosaurs, and then a series of adventure stories occurred, which is really amazing!" ”

In the end, she couldn't help but praise again.

Clone a dinosaur?

Jason was a little surprised, he knew the word cloning, and the current world's more mature cloning technology was to clone frogs and carps. But dinosaurs ...... Well, I have to admit that he was already attracted to the concept.

If he were a reader, this gimmick would have attracted him to buy the book.

Thinking of this, he was actually already impressed.

However, it is not easy to convince him completely.

"The title of the book, Olivia, what is the title of the book?"

"It's called Jurassic Park."

"Can I take a look?"

Olivia didn't agree immediately, but glanced at Jiang Yulou, this is his manuscript, and others need his approval if they want to see it.

I saw Jiang Yulou nodding, and Olivia got instructions before putting the novel in front of Uncle Jason.

Jason took the manuscript from Olivia, opened it, and said, "Wow, that's a beautiful font in English." ”

He looked at Jiang Yulou and asked in surprise, "Jiang, did you write this yourself?" ”

"Of course, I wrote it word by word. Moreover, it was not long after the first draft was completed, and I don't think there would be any similar novels on the market. Jiang Yulou said humorously.

Jason saw the difference in the Chinese writer in front of him again, it was amazing, and he was now beginning to believe his niece's words. Perhaps, this will really be a very good science fiction novel written by a Chinese author.

Thinking of this, he began to sink down and read.

I have to say that in addition to the beautiful English font, this Jiang is also very fluent in writing, and there are no English grammar mistakes of some Chinese people he knows.

What's more, the story is fantastic.

How to say it, it is very picturesque, and he even thinks that if this novel is won to Hollywood, it can definitely cause the competition of the six major Hollywood companies.

If the Tyrannosaurus Rex is moved to the screen, "Jaws" is nothing, it's inferior.

Thinking of this, he was so excited that he couldn't hold back his emotions, and he couldn't wait to sign this novel immediately, and then let more American readers see it.

As long as there is a sufficient readership, the film and television adaptation of the novel can be promoted.

When the time comes, the Big Hollywood Party will demand it on his head.

At this time, his eyes when he looked at Jiang Yulou changed. Not in indifference, but like looking at a hen that lays golden eggs.

Jiang Yulou also felt the hot gaze, it seems that Olivia's uncle is not stupid, and he sees the great value of the novel.

This is easy to do, he is afraid that this Yankee is arrogant and looks down on writers from developing countries. In that case, no matter how good the work is, it will be useless to put it in front of him.

After closing the novel, Jason said calmly: "Jiang, this work of yours is very good, and we at Random House are very willing to cooperate with you to bring this wonderful work to the United States and let more American readers see it." ”

"Uncle Jason, you haven't made a decision before you finished reading it?" Olivia was a little surprised.

Jason proudly said: "Of course, I'm a professional editor, and I just need to read it to know if there is a market for a book." ”

Olivia smiled slyly and said, "Since my uncle is so optimistic about Yulou's novel, he will definitely give a high price, right?" ”

When Jiang Yulou heard this, he secretly gave her a thumbs up in his heart.

Jason looked stunned, he didn't expect Olivia to speak for a Chinese person.

However, he was half a businessman after all, and he quickly recovered, and said without changing his face: "Of course, uncle will not treat your friend badly. As long as he is willing to sign a contract with Random House, the price is negotiable. ”

Speaking of which, it's time for Jiang Yulou to say something, otherwise it's not a matter for Olivia to come forward.

"Ahem, Mr. Epstein, since you are optimistic about your clumsy work, how much is Random House willing to pay me?"

Jason smiled slightly, squinted his eyes, and said, "Jiang, your work is very good, but your foreigner status is a problem. Random House would take a big risk if it were to publish a foreigner's work. However, for the sake of the work, Random House is willing to take risks. ”

"Well, Random House is willing to pay five thousand dollars to buy out this novel, can you think it?" Jason added: "The price is already high for a new writer. I know you're famous in China, but you're a complete newcomer to American readers. ”

Five thousand dollars, buyout?

Jiang Yulou frowned, this Yankee is worthy of being influenced by capitalism, it's too dark!

Looking at $5,000 alone, this price cannot be said to be very low, and even many new American writers can't get this price.

As for the copyright of the novel, it refers to the buyout of the copyright owner's copyright right of the novel, after the buyout, all the income generated by the novel belongs to the buyer, and has nothing to do with the original author of the novel, but the original author of the novel still retains his right of authorship.

It is also very common in the book market if the price is reasonable.

But the combination of the two bought out the copyright of "Jurassic Park" for $5,000, that is, when Jiang Yulou didn't understand anything, he was a little white face.

"I disagree!"