Chapter 473 Invincible from the beginning
The big reason why Lin Han is willing to accept an interview is that he doesn’t have to face so many media reporters directly, he only needs to concentrate on dealing with one, and conscientious media like People Magazine will not take it out of context, and list some sentences that are prone to ambiguity in his words separately.
When Lin Han reaches the point where he says a wrong sentence, it will cause a lot of unnecessary trouble. He is unwilling to add burden to his employees, but this method is more suitable for him.
The cover is very simple, just taking pictures of his face, and the background behind him will be blurred, with the focus on his mental outlook and eyes. This is something that Lin Han can show more!
After all this, Jamie finally said: "On behalf of readers across the United States, I will ask you a simple question: When will Heberian be released in English? We all know that this book conquered Chinese readers, and do not know whether it fits the tastes of our American readers."
"Believe me, this will definitely satisfy you. And it won't let you wait too long. Yue will definitely see it!" Lin Han said confidently. In fact, the English version of Hyberian is already in preparation. He has already started under the urging of Alex, the editor of Penguin Publishing Group.
English-speaking writers have this advantage. They can translate their own works by themselves, and don’t worry about losing something after they are translated by other writers.
"Then I will write this time into the interview. If it doesn't work, your readers will riot collectively. I am looking forward to seeing that book. Yanjing is a very beautiful place. I hope to see more of your excellent works in the future!"
Lin Han shrugged, "Of course, I may start the bilingual series of Chinese and English in the next book, everything is possible. But this doesn't need to be included in the interview, you can just know."
The two of them shook hands, which meant that the interview with People Magazine came to an end!
After leaving the hotel, Lin Han was not in a hurry to go home. It was still early, so he pulled Chen Jiaxuan to wander around the street.
In September, Yanjing is no longer the hot summer, and the autumn wind blows on your body very cool!
"Where are we going?" Chen Jiaxuan walked beside Lin Han in her high heels, and she walked on this somewhat unfamiliar street with her boyfriend in her arms.
Lin Han patted her hands and said jokingly: "Let me find a bookstore to sit in. I'll buy some books so that I can fill the bookshelf in our house."
The two bookshelfs in the study room of the villa are a little empty, most of which are not placed on it, and many of them are some books that Lin Han bought to write references before, which are more professional!
Science fiction also needs to keep pace with the times, and it is impossible to think out of thin air, but now Lin Han decided to give his brain a vacation and buy some books from other writers to read.
It is necessary to study and accumulate appropriately. Only by accumulating a lot can one lose weight. Lin Han is now a little tired of science fiction, so he has to change his type to wake up his mind!
There are actually not many things in the bookstore. After walking for more than ten or twenty minutes, they saw the "Fangsuo" decorated like a shopping mall.
This bookstore is built with a taste of flavor, not as well-conventional as Xinhua Bookstore. Although it only has one floor, it has a large area. There are countless bookshelfs piled up just with it. There is even an atmosphere like an ancient library on the wooden steps.
"The bookstores are becoming more and more literary, and so many people come in to take photos." Chen Jiaxuan said in a low voice in Lin Han's ear. She didn't dare to speak loudly, for fear of disturbing those who were focused on reading.
Lin Han also feels the same way. Such an elegant and comfortable paradise is suitable for holding a book, ordering a cup of coffee, and sitting on a chair to enjoy the whole wonderful afternoon!
He looked up at the book type navigation above carefully, then led Chen Jiaxuan and walked towards the bridge in front of him. The book he wanted to buy was in front.
For those who are good books, they will never be able to read enough good books, especially after repeating them once, they will understand the value of knowledge even more! If Lin Han had never liked science fiction so much in his previous life, then he would hardly find too many ways to change his own difficulties after returning them!
"You want to buy suspense?" Chen Jiaxuan couldn't help but shivered. She actually prefers literary and artistic people, such as Piao and Wuthering Heights.
Lin Han didn't know much about this type. He had seen the works of the more famous writers. Now he has seen the movie "Silence of the Lambs" that he once watched, which is beyond his expectations. This is not only a suspense, but also a classic literature!
"This book should be very good, and the words are written so well." Lin Han picked up one, "When the Lamb is quiet, do you hear the cry and whispers in the darkest part of your heart?"
Chen Jiaxuan patted her forehead. In such a classic movie, psychologists and murderer Hannibal have always been active on the screen. "I have now recalled that movie shot. You can find some normal viewing."
Lin Han grinned, revealing his neat big white teeth, "Don't worry, I won't eat you."
Chen Jiaxuan was shocked by the fear, and then she realized that she grabbed Lin Han’s waist with her hands, “You actually scared me, and I almost believed it!”
"Will we still have steak tonight?"
"No more, eat vegetarian food, go to the Bodhi vegetarian restaurant. It is said that there is not bad there." Chen Jiaxuan was not such a fragile person at first, but she was willing to put away the disguises in front of Lin Han. Who is the little princess?
In the following time, Lin Han held books such as perfume, the deserted village apartment, the Orient Express murder case, the Alice Mirror City murder case, and the slanted house crime in his hands.
The thick stack of books made the cashier unable to help but call the police. Is it really good to buy so many books of this type in one go?
If Lin Han hadn't had any feelings for the other books, he would have wanted to buy more, but he decided to read these books first. Then he would buy them in an online bookstore. How good is it.
Lin Han can be said to have returned home with a full load. Although he wanted to eat some meat, because Hannibal mentioned before, he had to stay with Chen Jiaxuan and go to Bodhi to eat vegetarian food together.
This vegetarian restaurant is very popular. It is located in a three-in-one ancient courtyard. There is an old locust tree that has been more than 400 years old. It is full of marriage signs. The environment looks very good!
The skillful chef makes vegetarian dishes imitate meat dishes. The signature dish "The World is Over" is clearly a tempting boiled fish, but it is made of beans and has a higher taste than real fish.
The taste is delicious and tender. The tofu fish has a black skin on the outside, just like the fish skin. It tastes a bit strong and tough!
Another very famous dish is called "Fuyou". On the specially prepared soup, there is a tin foil lotus leaf plate, which contains smooth vegetarian abalone slices. These soups stewed with a variety of wild mountain mushrooms look cool and transparent, and taste even more delicious, which makes Lin Han unable to help but have a big appetite.
"To be honest, the vegetarian restaurant you chose is really good in craftsmanship. These vegetarian abalone fillets taste very much like meat, and they are very delicate."
Chen Jiaxuan took a small bowl and drank two sips of hot soup. She said proudly: "Of course, this is revealed to me by my good friend. If we are tired of real meat, it would be nice to come over to eat vegetarian food occasionally!"
It is also good to drink some soup in autumn to nourish your health. Now the villa where Lin Han and Chen Jiaxuan are hired a nanny to cook specifically, otherwise Lin Han would not be able to stand cooking every day.
This is how you live, you have to enjoy it. Now that you have a lot of money relaxation, don’t let yourself down!
After the two of them had enough food and drink, they slowly walked on the sidewalk, just as they treated it as a digestive food. After all, Chen Jiaxuan did not allow herself to gain too fat.
"How do you call the time when you go back tonight?"
Lin Han chuckled softly: "Or why should you watch movies or TV series with you? If you don't need it, I'll look at the books I bought."
Chen Jiaxuan is not an unreasonable person either. "There are no good TV series now, so I will have an appointment with my best friend to play board games tomorrow. You have a book to read, but it's a pity that I can't find anything."
Since it was a chat, Lin Han didn't pay much attention. He asked, "What do you want to see? How many books do you want to see?"
"I want to see that kind of classic love, and I also want to understand the science fiction you wrote. Among you have written so much, I can't really understand much. Even Heberian can only stay on the basis of shock and touching."
When the lights were on, Lin Han stopped his own pace, "If you like it, I will write you a science fiction love story, and then I will start writing it after Heberian is translated!"
Chen Jiaxuan was not surprised. Instead, she looked at Lin Han with confusion: "Dear, do you know that what you are most not good at is writing about female characters and the emotional scenes between male and female protagonists?"
In Lin Han's science fiction, this is the most criticized point. There are often some mistakes in the heroine, either there is no heroine, or the heroine is the heroine, or the heroine destroys the world. There are very few female characters who are well-written.
When Chen Jiaxuan thought of such a masculine writing style to write science fiction love, she couldn't help but tremble, and she was so cunning!
Lin Han was questioned by his girlfriend, and he would not give up this opportunity. Although the outside world said that science fiction is written for men, Lin Han also has a large number of female readers, mainly for his girlfriend and for female readers. He has made a decision in his heart in just a few seconds.
"I will know if it's good or not after writing it. Don't underestimate me now. Anyone who underestimated me before was slapped in the face by himself." Lin Han said with a smile. Reading more is beneficial!
Chen Jiaxuan initially thought it was just a joke, but she didn't expect Lin Han to take it seriously. Her curiosity was constantly raised: "What? Tell me what type it is, don't let the heroine fall in love with the zombie. Is it an interstellar romance?"
No matter how she asked, Lin Han remained calm, "Don't worry, don't worry, I'll leave it to you after I write the first chapter."
It was originally a long journey, but I just talked and laughed, but I actually walked back directly, and the result was that Chen Jiaxuan's heel was worn out!
The villa area is relatively quiet, with only a few occasional barking sounds coming out. Chen Jiaxuan was holding her cell phone and chatting with her friends, playing "Who is the undercover?" online. Lin Han was looking at another book he bought seriously. From time to time, he looked up at Chen Jiaxuan who was playing crazy. His movement and quietness were very harmonious.
The quiet time is always short. After only 20 pages, Lin Han called him after only reading. This was his assistant Yan Hong reporting on his work!
"Teacher Lin, the list of 800 lucky readers drawn today has been released. We will send it out tomorrow by express delivery. After screening on the lottery platform, there are 20,000 people who meet the lottery qualifications. I will go on strike if I draw a prize."
Lin Han didn't expect that there were so many participants in his Weibo account. He was in a good mood and said to his phone: "Just take it out, it's time to change your computer to a new one. I'll reimburse you for what model you want. You can buy it yourself."
Yan Hong knew that his boss was generous, and he replied excitedly: "Thank you, boss! By the way, boss, I just received feedback from the National People's Congress Publishing House on the first day of the Heberian Preparation. It seems that I was invincible from the beginning!"
"How much is specific, let's hear it."
"On the first day, the official flagship store of the National People's Congress Publishing House has a shopping website, as well as the pre-orders of Xinhua Bookstore and other bookstores. The number of Heberian Days is already 20,000 copies!"
Perhaps it was because I heard about Mars Rescue buying hundreds of thousands of copies every day around the world after hearing about it. Lin Han was not very surprised by the 20,000 copies prescribed by Hyberian, "Oh, that's the only one, I thought how many of them are."
Yan Hong on the other end of the phone was almost collapsed. He tightened his phone and explained, "Teacher Lin, this is quite a lot. This is a breaking the daily preparatory record! The total preparatory volume of the Dream Inception was 80,000, and the daily preparatory volume was not as high as 20,000!"
Now the entire book market has pre-record records maintained by Lin Han himself. Only he can break the records. Now he has reached an invincible state.
The funny thing is that these two pre-records were updated directly by him using serialization online. Many people have already watched it, but they have created impossible records!
On the contrary, those readers have never seen, such as the three-body series, which is not the best performance in the preview, may be because the reputation has been fully spread out when it was serialized.
After listening to Yan Hong's explanation, Lin Han understood what these 20,000 volumes mean. He touched his chin and asked, "If you have 20,000 volumes a day, what will the final preparatory plan be?"
"We can compare Inception horizontally. It had pre-price of more than 500,000 copies in the week, and the second week was also maintained at this level, and it was finally 80,000. Now Heberian's expectation is only one week, but sales are much ahead, so the final pre-price given by Renmin University Press was 90,000 to 90,000 copies."
In the book market, only Lin Han and Li Wenyuan have the only writers who can exceed one million volumes of science fiction in a single piece, so the preliminaries are actually quite good.
"Okay, I understand. Million is also excellent! If you have these messages later, please send them to me on WeChat."
Lin Han is actually immune to sales. Each book sells millions and millions. Now what he wants to do is to break through this bottleneck!
Almost all his science fiction is in the Chinese version and the English version. It can exceed tens of millions of copies, but none of them can reach tens of millions in a single market.
Although the book market has shown a significant decline recently, sales that can reach the level of tens of millions can obviously be different from other writers.
A week later, Heberian ushered in the officialdom, but the numbers released by Renmin University Press blinded countless people!
I originally thought that the estimated 900,000 volumes was already optimistic, but the publisher gave 80,000 volumes, which directly increased the performance of Inception by 40,000 volumes!
Overall, 20,000 per day is the lowest day. This is an unacceptable result for any book. 20,000 per day, and the following days remained at more than 20,000 per day.
It turns out that it has been invincible from the beginning. This strange trend has not appeared in the history of books, so many people are still questioning this number!
"I'll go, the sales volume is filled with water and the filling is exposed, and I know it's fake. I don't even make drafts on bragging, and I'm making a joke now!"
"What sales king is it? It's obviously the water injection king!"
"I admire the publishing house. Do you dare to put such numbers outside and fool everyone into being a fool?"
"For the so-called record, do such things, and make sure that passers-by turn into evil!"
"Wow, congratulations to Mr. Lin. I wrote this book the day before yesterday. I happened to have a coupon and I could get a 20% discount. How lonely is Wudi, a man standing at the top!"
"Does Teacher Lin still need to inject water? So many of us are all tap water!"
"No matter what, I still hope that the publishing house can clean up the data well. Don't make mistakes. I don't want Teacher Lin to be a joke on the entire network."
"I contributed two of the 80,000 volumes!"
"I contributed a book!"
"And I'm there"
"Me too!"
Chapter completed!