Chapter 736: How many more years can you pretend?

The art form of radio drama is a very small niche in the overall copyright operation, but the best angle for Guowen Publishing House to enter now is time.

In the mid-1990s, CD players were not yet popular in China. Except for the older generation, most Chinese people who were used to listening to the radio were generally experiencing a change in habit from radio to portable players.

Pirated cassettes costing 2 yuan a box can be found everywhere on the streets, and genuine cassettes costing a dozen or twenty yuan in audio-visual retail outlets, audio-visual counters, and audio-visual stores are also purchased by countless listeners. Many music cassettes sell hundreds of thousands or even millions of copies.

When a whale dies, all things come to life.

Literature has been on a downward spiral since its peak in the 1980s, not because there is something wrong with literature itself, but because people’s means of entertainment are constantly being enriched.

Only 1,000 sets of tapes of the "Cliff" radio series were produced for the first batch, and the price was low, only 4 yuan per tape, almost the same price as pirated tapes on the street.

Fortunately, the market feedback was quick enough. Within just a few days, 1,000 sets of tapes were sold out. Tiantian Changting commissioned the manufacturer to produce 2,000 sets of tapes again, which were also sold out in less than two weeks. This was only in Yanjing.

With this result, the radio series of "The Cliff" can finally be safely and boldly distributed nationwide.

Xiao Liu had just come out of Lin Weimin's office. After Lin Weimin looked through the table he had compiled, he didn't say much but told him to produce 30,000 sets of the radio series "The Cliff" and quickly distribute them across the country.

Previously, 3,000 sets of radio dramas were sold in Yanjing area, with each set priced at 32 yuan, which is 96,000 yuan. After deducting the cost, Tiantian Changting's net profit was only 14,000 yuan, which was not enough to cover the initial investment cost.

30,000 sets were distributed nationwide, and sales and profits increased tenfold, not only covering the costs but also making a profit of 60,000 to 70,000 yuan.

After settling the bill, Xiao Liu felt relieved.

It’s a little less, but it’s still profitable.

And considering how hot Yanjing’s sales were in the past two weeks, 30,000 units will definitely not be enough to stop the sales nationwide.

Everything is moving in a good direction. Xiao Liu is very happy about the development of Tiantian Changting, a radio drama production company that he participated in establishing from the beginning to the end.

"Breaking 3 million copies? That's fast!"

"Really? But it's still a little less interesting than Spirited Away."

"Spirited Away is a special case. Once children's books are recognized, their sales are terrifying. The sales of Spirited Away have now exceeded 13 million copies. It only broke 10 million copies at the end of last year. It has sold another 3 million copies in the first half of this year. It is not difficult to sell 4 million copies for the whole year. There is no comparison at all."

After a busy afternoon at work, Xiao Liu finally had some time to rest and went to the editorial office next door to visit. He heard several editors talking about book sales.

The editor-in-chief's book "The Thirteenth Son of the South China Sea" was published in May. Now it is just October, and the sales volume has reached 3 million copies in just 5 months.

The novel was priced at 8 yuan, which means 24 million yuan in cash.

In the afternoon, Xiao Liu was just feeling smug about the little success he had achieved with Tiantian Changting, but when he thought of this number, all the joy in his heart disappeared.

Radio dramas still haven’t developed as far as books!

"Manager Liu is here!" When several editors saw Xiao Liu coming, they immediately started teasing him.

During this period of time, Xiao Liu had long been accustomed to everyone's teasing and did not show any discomfort. He sat down and joined in the conversation.

Everyone usually chats with Xiao Liu and is very concerned about the situation of the Copyright Operations Department.

Most people in the company know little about this new department, which has been established for several months. They rely entirely on information leaked from Xiao Liu to get a glimpse of the situation inside.

Recently, the radio series "The Cliff" was launched, and the Copyright Operations Department finally achieved some results. Everyone is more concerned about the situation of the Copyright Operations Department.

"So, it is guaranteed to make money now?" After listening to Xiao Liu's talk about the radio drama "The Cliff", everyone started discussing.

"We can definitely make money. The question now is how much. The editor-in-chief's idea is to make small profits but quick turnover. A cassette costs ten yuan outside, but we only sell it for four yuan. The profit is still small. Even if we sell ten cassettes, we won't get as much profit as selling one cassette," said Xiao Liu.

An experienced editor thought for a moment and said, "Radio dramas are different from music. Music is always new when you listen to it, but it is difficult for radio dramas to be like that. If the price is lower, the cost for listeners will be lower, which will help them to repurchase in the future."

"That's right. And pirated tapes are rampant now. If the genuine tapes come out today, you don't have to wait until the next day. They will be copied for you in the evening.

If the price is lower, listeners will be more likely to choose genuine products.”

Xiao Liu was tangled up: "I understand all this, but it makes me feel bad when I see that I can't make the money right in front of me."

Everyone looked at Xiao Liu's tangled expression and joked, "Okay, Executive Liu, you're becoming more and more like the boss!"

After chatting for a while, it was time to get off work and everyone went out.

When we arrived at the door, we saw Cheng Zaochun leading the team, followed by a few people, each carrying a suitcase.

The National Book Fair, also known as the "Book Fair" in the publishing industry, is now in its sixth year and will soon open at the Wuhan Exhibition Hall in Hubei.

Cheng Zaochun led the team this time to participate in the 6th Book Fair.

This year's Wuhan Book Fair is much larger than previous ones. For the first time, it also set up a boutique exhibition hall, a periodical library and electronic publications exhibition and sales activities.

In addition to major state-owned publishing houses and bookstores, this book fair also set up self-selling halls. It is said that dozens of private publishers and bookstores participated. This is the first time that private enterprises and individual operators have appeared in the national book fair.

In addition, more than 50 publishing organizations from countries and regions such as the United States, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, and Taiwan have also set up imported books and periodicals halls in the book fair.

Generally speaking, the scale of this book fair is the largest in history, so the enthusiasm of major domestic publishing houses and bookstores to participate in the book fair is also extremely high this year.

Old Cheng has been preparing for the book fair since half a month ago. On the one hand, it is to promote the publications of Guowen Publishing House, and on the other hand, it is also for some unspeakable purposes.

A book fair is a place where many well-known figures from the publishing industry across the country gather. Guowen Publishing House has developed so well in the past two years, it would be a shame not to go and show off.

Of course, Lin Weimin couldn't compete with Lao Cheng for an opportunity like this.

Teacher Lin has always had a simple idea: he is about to retire, so how many more years can he pretend to be retired?

If you snatch his opportunity now, isn't that like a baby snatching milk from a baby?

Teacher Lin is not that kind of person!

The book fair lasts for 12 days, which is half a month including the round trip. Cheng Zaochun leads the team to the book fair and will be gone for half a month, so naturally he has to give Lin Weimin a thorough explanation.

"Don't make any trouble while I'm away!"

Lin Weimin really wanted to scold Lao Cheng for looking down on others, but then he thought better of it as there were quite a few people around.

"In just half a month, what kind of trouble can I cause?"

Old Cheng thought so too. It was difficult to publish a book in just half a month.

"Take good care of the house!" He patted Lin Weimin on the shoulder.

I wanted to be patient with you, but you're going too far!

What if I become Wangcai?

"Have a safe journey! Take care!"

Lin Weimin held Cheng Zaochun's hand as if he was sending him to the execution ground, and Cheng Zaochun felt so disgusted.

He pulled his hand away with all his strength. "Alright, no more talking. Let's go."

After seeing Cheng Zaochun off, Lin Weimin felt extremely relaxed. No one had been nagging him in the past half month.

When they got home, the meal was already ready. After dinner, Lin Weimin held Xiao Doubao and played with him for a while. Xiao Doubao was almost two and a half years old, and now he could speak clearly. After being held in his arms for a while, he became impatient and twisted in his arms to get off the bed.

"What are you going to do? Daddy will play with you for a while!"

"No, I want to watch cartoons."

Xiao Doubao had his own ideas and bluntly rejected his old father's advances.

"This kid, other kids are all waiting for their dad to play with them!"

Little Doubao turned the TV knob and said to his father, "Dad, I'll let mom play with you."

The little girl turned her head, and the top of her head swung back and forth, looking playful and cute.

Tao Huimin couldn't help laughing and said, "Oh, I am dying of laughter. The children can see clearly, how can it be that you are playing with others? It is obvious that others are playing with you!"

Lin Weimin was a little depressed and said to Tao Huimin: "How old is this kid! Why does he seem to be rebellious?"

Tao Huimin hit Lin Weimin and asked, "What are you talking about?"

Then she added: "But if you say so, it's like you!"

"I'm not like her." Lin Weimin denied it flatly.

"Not like that yet? Why don't you go ask your relatives and friends?"

Lin Weimin hugged Tao Huimin and said, "Other people's opinions are not important. You know me well."

Tao Huimin couldn't continue her sarcasm, so the couple stood aside and watched Xiao Doubao for a while. The girl was watching the cartoons without being disturbed by the outside world. She stared at it with her big eyes wide open, not even blinking, which was very cute.

"Teacher Lin!"

The nanny, Sister Sun, came into the room carrying a fruit plate, put it on the coffee table, hesitated for a moment, and called Lin Weimin.

Lin Weimin turned around and looked at Sister Sun's expression. It seemed that something was wrong.

"Sister Sun, sit down and talk."

After sitting down, Lin Weimin asked, "What's the matter?"

Sister Sun hesitated, "Something happened at home and I may not be able to work here anymore."

Lin Weimin immediately thought of the marriage of Sun Jie’s second son Zhou Jun last year. After graduation, Zhou Jun was assigned to a newspaper as a reporter and married a girl from Yanjing last year.

"My daughter-in-law is pregnant?"

Sister Sun nodded. "Yes, she's seven months old. It's a little inconvenient for her to move around. I have to go take care of her in advance."

"That's right. So when are you going to leave?"

"How about the end of October?"

"There's no problem at home. Doubao has grown up, so I think you should go to Zhou Jun as soon as possible. I'll pay you until the end of the month."

Sister Sun looked grateful and said, "How can I be so embarrassed? I..."

Lin Weimin waved his hand and said, "What's the big deal? They are all acquaintances."

Sister Sun thanked him again, and Lin Weimin asked about the specific situation on Zhou Jun's side.

Zhou Jun has been married for more than a year, but has not yet been allocated a house. He lives in a dormitory allocated by his unit, and the living conditions are already a bit tight. Once Sister Sun is gone and the child is born, the house will probably be even more crowded.

Sister Sun looked worried. "Thanks to you two, I've made a lot more money in the past few years than I did working outside. If it doesn't work out, I'll buy them a house first."

Sister Sun has been working for Lin Weimin for three years. Her salary has increased every year along with the price of goods. If you add in the gifts and bonuses she receives during festivals and holidays, her total annual income is at least 5,000 yuan, which is higher than the salary of many regular office workers.

She lived and ate at Lin Weimin's house and saved all the money she earned. In more than three years, she had nearly 20,000 yuan. If she had saved a little more, it would not be difficult for her to buy a house in Yanjing for her son.

Although some new commercial housing in Yanjing is now priced at two to three thousand yuan per square meter, there are still cheaper places. It is not difficult to buy an old house of 60 square meters outside the third ring road for 30,000 yuan.

However, Sister Sun has more than one son, and it is a bit unwise to spend money to buy a house in Yanjing for her second son!

Lin Weimin did not comment on Sister Sun's idea. After Sister Sun left, he sighed to Tao Huimin, "Raising a child is not easy!"

"Yes, fortunately, we have a daughter."

"What you said means I can't afford to raise my son?"

Teacher Lin was not happy about being questioned about his ability.

Tao Huimin rolled her eyes at him and ignored this argumentative person!

(End of this chapter)