After reporting the sales figures and royalties...
The seasoned editor-in-chief abruptly changed the subject, his tone becoming somewhat subtle.
It even carried a hint of cautious probing.
"In addition, there is something quite interesting."
The organizing committee of the National New Talent Literature Award, the "Moyun Award," contacted the publishing house yesterday afternoon.
They mean to invite you, Professor Jian Shen, to submit "The Ferryman" for this year's Ink Rhyme Annual Best Book Award.
Ink Charm.
Lin Que searched for the name on his computer.
This is an award specifically established in China for new writers.
Although it cannot compare to the prestigious status of the Whale International Literary Prize of this era.
However, it has a significant influence among young readers.
According to past practice, the threshold for this award is frighteningly high.
Usually, publishers have to beg and plead to get their books submitted for review.
The author also had to pull strings and have dinner with the judges.
We still have to be mindful of the attitudes of those so-called "academic judges".
If it's a newcomer without any background...
No matter how well it is written, it won't even pass the initial review.
But now...
Wang De'an's subsequent writing vividly illustrates this contrast.
"The Ink Rhyme Award organizing committee's opinion is..."
Given the social impact of "The Ferryman," the jury hoped to make an exception for the case.
The implication was quite clear: all you need to do is fill out an application form.
This year's best book is basically still vacant.
To put it bluntly, it used to be people looking for awards, now it's awards looking for people.
In this era where traffic is king
They need this award more than you do to prove their worth.
What is reality?
This is reality!
Faced with absolute strength and sales volume, all unspoken rules must give way.
Seniority-based ranking and clique culture are all paper tigers in the face of sales figures.
This isn't awarding prizes; it's practically "delivering prizes to your door."
but……
Lin Que frowned slightly.
Winning an award is a good thing; it can further solidify "Insightful" status in the mainstream literary world and make the road ahead easier.
But that's where the trouble lies.
Winning an award means you have to make public appearances.
You have to walk the red carpet, face the flashing lights of cameras, and stand on the podium to give a speech.
Attend?
Lin Que leaned back in his chair, his fingers gently stroking his chin.
That's obviously impossible.
He is currently a high school sophomore preparing for the college entrance examination.
Once you step into the spotlight at this critical juncture
The next day, the gate of Jiangcheng No. 1 Middle School would be trampled by reporters.
That peaceful campus life will be completely shattered.
More importantly,
The reason why "Seeing Profoundly" is considered a masterpiece, besides the work itself, is because...
It largely stems from the sense of mystery that comes from the elusive nature of the creature.
Once God steps down from his pedestal, revealing a youthful face...
The beauty created by that sense of distance will be greatly diminished.
The reason why idols are worshipped is because they are made of clay and have a golden body, and they do not speak.
Once the statue opens its mouth to eat the offerings, its divine aura dissipates.
Wang De'an, with his profound understanding of human nature, offered advice at the end of the email:
The company knows that you prefer quiet and do not wish to get involved in the world of fame and fortune.
If it is inconvenient for you, could we arrange for a senior executive from the company to collect the prize on your behalf?
Or perhaps we could find a suitable reason to decline?
decline?
No.
There's no reason to spit out meat that's been delivered right to your mouth.
This award is for the subsequent film and television adaptations of "The Ferryman".
It has immense value in paving the way for his future works.
Lin Que sat up straight and placed his hands on the keyboard.
Since they can't show their faces, they might as well make this veil of mystery even tighter.
If you're going to be mysterious, then be completely mysterious.
The sound of keyboard typing filled the quiet studio.
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