I am a literary giant in Europe

Chapter 207 Reading Magazine Recommendations (Please subscribe, collect, recommend, and vote monthly)

Reading, a literary magazine born in France.

But don't think his influence is limited to France.

In fact, his influence covers all countries in Europe and America.

Let’s put it this way, book recommendations can make a previously unknown work instantly known to countless literature lovers.

In a previous life, Hemingway's The Old Man and the Sea sold 560 million copies in hours thanks to a book recommendation, setting a new sales record for a literary work. As a result, The Old Man and the Sea became known to literature lovers around the world, becoming an instant success.

Liu Jin was a little confused.

"The Old Man and the Sea" seems to be only available in English at the moment.

And it was only launched in America on New Year's Day.

The French version is still under negotiation with Hachette Publishing Group, but it has been generally confirmed that it will be published and distributed by Hachette Publishing Group.

It is expected to be launched in France on January 15th.

Reading, is this recommended?

Liu Jin took a deep breath and picked up the magazine on the table.

Opening the title page, the first article is a recommendation about "The Old Man and the Sea".

As the editor-in-chief of a reading magazine, I don’t know whether my decision is appropriate.

In fact, before this, I had had many discussions with my colleagues and heated arguments broke out.

But I've finally decided to recommend this work to all lovers of literature. I want to tell you, this is a work you must read. It's a work of extraordinary power and incomparable simplicity, with an irresistible beauty.

One day last year, I received a phone call.

It was Ms. Sylvie, the former editor-in-chief of Le Monde, who called me and told me that she had discovered an unparalleled masterpiece.

Yes, she used the term 'chef-d'oeuvre'.

She then faxed me the original copy, and out of respect for Ms. Sylvie, I read it as soon as possible. After reading the work, I want to say that Ms. Sylvie's evaluation was absolutely correct.

I love Ernest, I love this stubborn old man.

He fulfilled his promise with his life, and he used his death to let us know that life can be so great.

What surprised me most was that such a work was created by a Chinese man who went to Marseille by chance in late 2001 and got inspiration from an ordinary old fisherman in the port of Marseille... He spent eight days to create this work that shocked and moved me so much... My God, a Chinese man!

This recommendation was written overnight after I read "The Old Man and the Sea" for the first time.

But then, Ms. Sylvie gave me another short story, yes, the one in the book, "The Snows of Everest."

I can't describe how I feel...

I want to tell you that I received a baptism!
In my lifetime, I will definitely go to XZ and look up at that majestic mountain.

I was very excited when I learned that "The Old Man and the Sea" was officially published in America on January 1st.

Because I can finally publish this article and I am very honored to tell you: Come and read!
……

Pierre Poncena used very emotional words to recommend "The Old Man and the Sea" to literature lovers in great detail.

Moreover, he announced that the French version of The Old Man and the Sea will be officially released in France on January 15th!

For some reason, Liu Jin also got goosebumps after reading this article.

Comrade Lao Pi’s writing skills are amazing!
It's a bit too sensational...

What, this is my work?

That's fine, just be a little more sentimental.

"I contacted Hachette yesterday and they've already got a ton of pre-orders."

Meila smiled and said, "Liu, we have been waiting for this book for a long time. We may have encountered a lot of trouble before, but I want to tell you that it is all worth it! I want to congratulate you in advance. You are going to make a lot of money and become famous!"

Liu Jin couldn't help but chuckle.

I don’t know whether in this world, this book “The Old Man and the Sea” will create a miracle because of reading recommendations.

I guess it’s a bit difficult.

After all, it has just been launched.

No matter how authoritative a reading magazine is, it still takes time to ferment.

But it shouldn’t be too bad!

After all, it's 2002 now. Compared to the era when Hemingway created the sales miracle in his previous life, the population is larger and information is more accessible...

He took a deep breath and looked up.

"No, we want to make a lot of money and become famous!"

The smiles on Mera and Chloe's faces immediately grew even brighter.

How are the sales of "The Old Man and the Sea" after it was released in America?
Not sure!
After all, there is the Atlantic Ocean between us.

Random House has not yet sent us any data, so everything is still unknown.

But Liu Jin, Mela and Chloe all firmly believed that "The Old Man and the Sea" would be a big hit.

Because of "Pirates of the Caribbean" as a prelude, Liu Jin is no longer a newcomer in America and has received a lot of attention.

This is even more true in France and Europe!
A new work released by a best-selling author has been recommended by Reading Magazine.

You know, although Pierre Poncena said in his article that the publication of this recommendation was the result of many discussions and arguments, the fact that he published it shows that the opinions within the magazine "Reading" have been unified.

The first work recommended in the first issue of 2002...

Reading magazine even recommended The Old Man and the Sea as an "ideal book to add to your collection," a top recommendation from a reading magazine. Wait, I'm sure there will be good news soon!

……

"Let's go celebrate."

Chloe suggested.

"Forget it, I've already made an appointment with Hachette Publishing Group to discuss the next step of publicity tonight.

Go ahead!"

"If you don't go, then I won't go either."

Chloe pouted, looking a little unhappy.

"You could call Ottilie!"

"She's not coming over. She said she wants to spend some time alone with her uncle."

Chloe said, and stood up.

"Meira, I'll take you there whenever you leave."

As she spoke, she was about to leave.

But the moment she turned around, her eyes suddenly fell on the invitation on the coffee table.

"what?"

Chloe walked over and picked up the invitation.

"Gucci Group's New Year's fashion show invitation? Where did you get it?"

Liu Jin was startled and said, "It should be sent by Henry Pino... If it's not him, then it must be Adriana Lima."

“Who is Lima?”

"Victoria's Secret Angel, a supermodel."

Chloe said with a dark face, "Amos, your appetite is getting more and more diverse now. Have you started to explore the modeling industry?"

“No, Lima and I have only met once.

The day I arrived in Paris, I met her and Henri Pinault on the street, so we sat together and chatted for a while.

This hotel was recommended by Henri Pinault.”

"Henri Pinault?"

Mela suddenly said, "Mr. François-Henri Pinault of Biyun Spring Leidu Group?"

"Yes!"

Liu Jin, with an expression of grievance on his face.

What do you mean I'm 'again' looking for flowers and willows in the modeling circle?

When did I start to be a playboy?

Chloe counted on her fingers and said, "When you first came here, you were a playboy in school; then you were a playboy in the music industry; then you went to the film and television industry to be a playboy; and now you are a playboy in the theater industry. Am I wrong?"

"Theatre circle, what theatre circle?"

“Hmm, Eva Green… I remember now, is Eva the same as Eva Green?

By the way, who are Julie and Adrian?"

"You're watching me."

"Bullshit, why would I spy on you? It's all in the tabloids! You were in Paris last September, dating her."

"what?"

Liu Jin was shocked.

Meila quickly comforted him, "Don't worry too much, it's just tabloids, nothing more than hearsay, no one will believe it.

But you really have to be careful... After The Old Man and the Sea is published, you are no longer an ordinary writer."

Liu Jin scratched his head.

"sorry!"

He said to Chloe.

Chloe chuckled and said, "Since you're so sincere in your apology...it's just right. Mela and I can accompany you to the Gucci show tomorrow. How about that?"

"Don't you have an invitation?"

"That was an ordinary invitation, but Ottilie snatched it away, saying she wanted to take her uncle to the show."

"Is this one of mine different?"

Meila smiled and said, "This is a VIP invitation from the Gucci Group. You can bring two companions with you."

Her eyes were also shining, and she was eager to try.

Chloe stared at Liu Jin and said, "You don't want to? Are you afraid that we will ruin your plan?"

"Don't accuse me, I don't know anything!"

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(End of this chapter)