But no matter what, this is considered a positive marketing strategy by Renjia Publishing House and should be praised.

The reason why Hede Study Room was willing to put in so much effort was of course because he had tasted the sweetness of Lin Chaoyang.

"Enter Guandong" has been published in Japan for more than a year and a half, and has sold more than 250,000 copies. As Lin Chaoyang's first work published in Japan, it is already very good to achieve such results.

"The Truman Show" was published exactly one year ago. Due to the popularity of the movie and the fact that Lin Chaoyang already has a small group of readers in Japan, the sales performance is much better than that of "Kanto", which was sold out within one year.

220,000 copies were published.

The other two are "The Ferry" published in March and "Shutter Island" published in May.

The sales of the two novels are better than the other. "Shutter Island" sold 130,000 copies in half a year, and "The Ferry" is even more exaggerated. It has sold 200,000 copies in 8 months of publication.

A closer look at the popularity of these two novels is not only related to Lin Chaoyang's growing reputation among Japanese literature lovers. The most critical factor is that these two novels are more popular than "Kwantung" and "The Truman Show"

More in line with the taste of Japanese readers.

"Shutter Island" has a suspenseful atmosphere and is naturally popular in Japan, which loves suspense and mystery novels.

The popularity of "Duzhou Ji" lies in its unique oriental Zen and artistic conception, which is very suitable for the reading tastes of literary youths in the small book world. According to Kitamura Mihiro, after "Duzhou Ji" was published in Japan

, highly rated among readers and has many fans.

Four novels published in Japan in two years have achieved good sales results, which is undoubtedly an unexpected surprise for Kawade Shobo.

The sales of these books brought more than 1.8 billion yen to Kawade Shobo. Although this figure is not as good as those of first-line best-selling authors, it is already very successful for Lin Chaoyang, a foreign writer.

Also because of the popularity of his works in Japan, the amount of royalties received by Lin Chaoyang from Kawade Shobo in the past two years has also increased, reaching a total of 1.8 million U.S. dollars, which is about 14 million in Hong Kong dollars.

Tao Yushu arrived home in the evening and reminded Lin Chaoyang to contact Zhuang Chongwen and Li Zhaofu.

Lin Chaoyang was invited to the banquet. He was not in Xiangjiang before, but now that he is back, he must contact him. Lin Chaoyang followed his good will and contacted Zhuang and Li respectively, and agreed on a time to visit.

Then he asked Tao Yushu, "How much money is there in the company's account?" "There are more than 70 million, what's wrong?"

In the past two months, Lin first acquired the theater chain of Shaw Brothers, and then injected funds into several joint ventures and leather goods companies to produce new films. The funds were spent like water. Even after releasing two hot-selling movies in a row, he received a lot of money.

Profit, but still consumed a lot of funds.

"It's nothing. We'll talk about it in a few days."

Lin Chaoyang gave up and aroused Tao Yushu's curiosity, but Lin Chaoyang refused to say anything, so she could only say nothing. In the afternoon of the next day, Lin Chaoyang and Tao Yushu drove to No. 46 Plantation Road.

The Jiahui Garden where the couple now lives can be regarded as a luxury house in the eyes of ordinary people in Hong Kong, but compared with a real mid-level luxury house like No. 46 Plantation Road, it pales into insignificance.

Although there are many luxury houses and villas in Hong Kong, from Deep Water Bay to Repulse Bay to Kadoorie Hill in Kowloon, they are all treasures of luxury houses with prestigious locations and excellent environment. But to say that the rarest one among them and the one that best highlights one's personal identity, we still have to look at Victoria Peak

's mansion.

The manpower, material and financial resources required to build a large residential area on the top of the mountain are enough to make ordinary real estate companies daunted. Standing on the top of Victoria Peak and looking down, you will have the momentum of "seeing all the mountains at a glance", so this place is naturally

It has become the most expensive mansion in Hong Kong.

Zhuang Chongwen, who was able to live here, was naturally an extraordinary person. In the 1930s, he went to Singapore alone to develop his business. After establishing a small business, he moved to Xiangjiang in 1946 and founded Xiangjiang Flavor Factory, Zhuangshi Tableware Factory and other enterprises.

In more than ten years, Zhuang Chongwen relied on his expertise in the tableware industry to become the "tableware king" in Hong Kong. The company's products were sold in many countries around the world. By 1971, Zhuang Chongwen integrated its subsidiaries into Zhuangshi Tableware (Group)

) company and was successfully listed in Xiangjiang.

In the following ten years or so, Zhuang Chongwen made great achievements in various fields such as textiles, electronics, real estate, etc., and his own net worth also increased.

Unfortunately, around 1980, Xiangjiang Real Estate was in decline due to the Sino-British Joint Declaration. The real estate business of Zhuangshi Group was affected, causing Zhuang Chongwen to suffer heavy losses. Even so, Zhuang Chongwen still controls Zhuangshi, with a net worth of two listed companies.

Not cheap.

"Zhuang Sheng, I see you again. This is Zhuo Jing Tao Yushu!"

Lin Chaoyang did not expect that Zhuang Chongwen would stand at the entrance of the courtyard to greet him. He quickly took two steps forward and took the initiative to say hello to Zhuang Chongwen. "Lin Sheng, long time no see!"

"Lin Taiying is so arrogant, no wonder he can create a world in such a short period of time!"

Zhuang Chongwen held Lin Chaoyang's hand and exchanged polite words with Tao Yushu again, with a smile on his face and an amiable attitude. "Thank you, Mr. Zhuang!"

"This is Zhuo Jing Liang Jiao Zhen." Zhuang Zhongwen introduced his wife to Lin Chaoyang and his wife. After exchanging a few words, Zhuang Zhongwen led them into the courtyard.

There are only four garden houses at No. 46 Plantation Road, standing side by side. Each house is three stories high and has a usable area of ​​more than 4,000 square feet. It also has a private swimming pool and a private garden. Needless to say, it is luxurious.

The couple came to the living room and sat down. The servant asked and brought drinks.

Zhuang Chongwen sighed: "Time flies so fast. The last time I saw Lin Sheng was four years ago, right?" "Yes, that time I came to Hong Kong with a delegation of mainland writers."

Zhuang Chongwen joked: "When I saw Lin Sheng at that time, I just felt young. When I saw him four years later, he was still so young." "Zhuang Sheng, you are also in good spirits and will get stronger as time goes by!"

"Haha! I'm getting older. I'm over seventy. I almost need help when I walk. I remember when I participated in the protest march against the May 3rd massacre, I was at the front."

Zhuang Chongwen was born in 1910. In his youth, when the country was weak and the nation was in danger, he was expelled from school for participating in a protest march against the May 3rd massacre, and he also organized a boycott of Japanese goods.

When we met four years ago, Lin Chaoyang heard him talk about this past incident. As people get older, they always like to talk about how brave they were. Lin Chaoyang echoed a few words, and the atmosphere was harmonious. "This time Lin Sheng won the award overseas, not only for

Winning glory for Xiangjiang also brings a sigh of relief to all our people!"

When talking about Lin Chaoyang winning the award, Zhuang Zhongwen looked full of admiration and specifically asked Lin Chaoyang some details about the Renaudeau Literature Award.

After listening to Lin Chaoyang's words, Zhuang Zhongwen sighed with emotion: "I have been dealing with ghost guys for decades, and my biggest feeling is that if the country is weak, it will be bullied outside."

"If you fall behind, you will be beaten!" Lin Chaoyang nodded.

"That's right! That's why Lin Sheng's award is even more valuable. You are the first foreigner to win this award in the territory of the ghosts. I heard that you are the first foreigner to win this award?" "Yes. Last year, my book "Chu"

"The World of Doors" was published in France to have the opportunity to win such an award."

Zhuang Zhongwen praised Lin Chaoyang a few more words, and his admiration was beyond words.

"I really envy you writers! I listened to Mr. Lu Xun's speeches when I was young, and I still hear the words in my ears now." This was the old man again, but Lin Chaoyang still listened patiently and added a sentence from time to time.

"Actually, I have had an idea for so many years." "What idea?"

"I want to set up a literary award in my own name."

When he said this, Zhuang Zhongwen's old face showed a rare hint of embarrassment. Lin Chaoyang said with a smile: "Mr. Zhuang is enthusiastic about literature. This is a good thing."

Zhuang Zhongwen's eyes lit up when he heard this.

Lin Chaoyang asked: "Mr. Zhuang wants to set up an award in Xiangjiang?"

"No, no, no!" Zhuang Zhongwen waved his hand quickly, "We want to set up in the mainland.

Lin Chaoyang clapped his hands and said: "That would be even better. If Mr. Zhuang can really win this award, it will be a great thing for the development of Chinese literature."

His approval made Zhuang Zhongwen feel happy, "I feel relieved if I have Lin Sheng. I was thinking that since Lin Sheng is a mainlander and has connections in the mainland literary circles, could I ask Lin Sheng to help me with this matter?"

"

"Zhuang Sheng has defeated Lin! Your willingness to generously donate your money to establish literary awards in the mainland is a great deed of great merit. If you can contribute a small amount, it will be my honor."

Lin Chaoyang now understood why Zhuang Chongwen invited him to dinner. It was just to be a smooth favor.

The establishment of literary awards in the Mainland is funded by Zhuang Chongwen. No matter who comes forward to contact him, the reputation and hidden benefits brought to him will not be reduced.

As for Lin Chaoyang, the contact person will also receive official attention and praise. His easy favor is in line with the character of Zhuang Zhongwen, a businessman. "With Lin Sheng's words, I feel relieved!"

Seeing his sincere expression, Lin Chaoyang asked Zhuang Chongwen carefully about his thoughts on the literary award.

Awards cannot be accomplished by relying on one's own strength. Even if Zhuang Chongwen is a rich man, Zhuang Chongwen also understands this truth. When Lin Chaoyang asked how much bonus he planned to set up for the awards, Zhuang Chongwen hesitated and said: "20 per year."

How about 10,000 yuan?”

"Hmm~"

Lin Chaoyang's hesitation was just because he had forgotten how much the prize money was when the Zhuang Chongwen Literature Prize was established in later generations, and was just reminiscing. Zhuang Chongwen thought that he thought the prize money was too small, so after thinking about it, he raised the standard.

"Then 300,000."

When Zhuang Chongwen called out the number, Lin Chaoyang held his hand tightly. "Mr. Zhuang is righteous!"

When the Mao Dun Literary Award was established, it only relied on Mr. Mao Dun's 250,000 yuan in manuscript fees, but Zhuang Zhongwen now says it is 300,000 yuan per year! Even if this number is placed 30 years later, it will be enough to kill many literary awards.

Speaking of the Zhuang Chongwen Literary Award, it is later regarded as a relatively well-known literary award in China.

It's just a pity that the money spent is not proportional to the fame, and it is always lower than the Mao, Lu, Lao, Cao and other awards. The reason is inseparable from the chaos when the award was first established.

In the first few sessions, the Zhuang Chongwen Literary Award rewarded neither well-known writers nor award-winning works. Instead, it rewarded several publications and a group of students studying in the writer's student class.

A literary award does not reward excellent works or outstanding writers, but instead rewards publications and students. This operation is really puzzling. If we talk about rewarding potential writers, this statement barely makes sense.

But the problem is that there are so many potential talents, how much can a literary award reward?

The purpose of the award itself is to select outstanding writers and works in order to inspire most writers. This is completely putting the cart before the horse. If excellent writers and works cannot be selected, there will naturally be no media attention, so how can you be famous?

Zhuang Chongwen spends 300,000 yuan a year, which is almost an astronomical sum for the domestic writer circle in this era. If done properly, this award can be made more influential.

Lin Chaoyang felt that since he agreed to Zhuang Zhongwen's request, he had to be careful at least. If he saw this literary award go down the wrong path of future generations, it would really be a pity for Zhuang Zhongwen's sincerity.

"Lin Sheng, is this number enough for the award?"
Chapter completed!