those things in the editorial department

Lu Minghong finally made a mistake.

As the end of the year approached, the manuscript task became more and more urgent, because the final manuscript had to be printed before the printing plant shut down.Many of the workers in the printing factory are migrant workers from other provinces. They have to leave at least half a month in advance, and some even run away a month in advance. After all, the Spring Festival travel is not a joke.

Lu Minghong had several conflicting manuscripts in his hands at the time, and he worked overtime so much that he wished he could not eat.But the performances of the annual meeting still have to be rehearsed with everyone—yes, the annual must-have task is the performance of the annual meeting.

The mistake Lu Minghong made was that there was a typo in the title page of the book, which was a similar character, and he didn't notice it, and the writing method on the spine was different from that on the cover, so he didn't notice either.In fact, it is normal to omit mistakes. The problem is that the omissions are in the three "faces" of the cover, title page, and copyright page, and the points will be deducted more seriously. Readers will doubt the quality of the book when they see it.

When the signed manuscript was returned, Lu Minghong's face rarely burned.Feeling a little apprehensive, I couldn't help but check the whole book, and I really found out other problems-the moving version.After thinking about it carefully, I asked the typesetting staff to confirm that there is no problem before signing and printing.In fact, the manuscript has not yet been printed, so it is easy to say what changes are made, and there is still a chance to revise even if the sample is published, but Lu Minghong still has a deep reflection.He actually saw this kind of situation when he was reading the book before, but he didn't follow the advice in the book, and checked one by one. After all, he was just taking chances, and his blind self-confidence deserved to be hit by reality.

In the evening, Lu Minghong found the book and copied the suggestions above:

1. Unified title □Cover and spine □Title page □Copyright page □Lekou □Contents page □Introduction or preface □Browser □Advertisement page

2. Unified author and writing method □Cover and spine □Title page □Copyright page...

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After Lu Minghong survived the day and night of overtime, he finally "turned into a butterfly", the task became easier all of a sudden, and he was able to concentrate on the rehearsal of the show.

At the annual meeting, each department has to perform two or three programs. The editorial department has a large number of people, and three programs are required to be produced, and some other departments will make up the number.It has been finalized a few days ago, a spoofed reverse drama, a live magic show, and a group dance.In addition to the programs of other departments, such as singing, skits, catwalks, martial arts performances, and a few small games interspersed, basically everything that a corporate annual meeting should have.

There is still one week before the annual meeting, and all the "program groups" are rehearsing intensively, and they find a corner to practice for a clock after get off work every day.Wu Chunjun only had one show, magic tricks, and he was one of the three magicians, which was quite easy. Lu Minghong wanted to perform both drama and dance—Wu Chunjun refused to dance even if he was beaten to death.

Apart from practicing for a while after get off work, I have nothing to do in the dormitory at night. As soon as the door is closed, Lu Minghong pulls Wu Chunjun to play with him.It's just a dialogue, Lu Minghong asked him to sing and compose well, and cooperate with affectionately, Wu Chunjun intuitively felt that there was some conspiracy behind him.

Wu Chunjun (stretching his hand toward Lu Minghong): Ruth, don't let your mind get lost.

Lu Minghong (back to Wu Chunjun): Jack, don't stop me, just let me jump down.

Lu Minghong played the heroine Ruth, and Wu Chunjun played the male protagonist Jack instead of Chen Jiayao.

Wu Chunjun: The sea water below is so cold, you will definitely be unbearable. Listen to me, Ruth, come down quickly.

Lu Minghong: I don't listen, I don't listen, I don't want to come down.

Wu Chunjun: Well, if you dance, I will dance with you. Youjump, Ijump. (step forward)

Lu Minghong: Oh, Jack, you really love me. (Touching each other's hand with emotion, like bow hugging)

Lu Minghong: Jack, I'm ready, let's dance when we say one, two, three.

Wu Chunjun: WHAT?Isn't it time to go to the palace of marriage together, reach the pinnacle of life, and then Happy Ending?

Lu Minghong: Jack, actually, I have a secret that I didn't tell you.

Wu Chunjun: What secret?

Lu Minghong: Actually, I am the mermaid princess. I was the one who saved you when you were in a shipwreck three years ago, and fell in love with you at first sight.

Wu Chunjun: My God, how do different species fall in love?

Lu Minghong: Yes, my father is a mermaid and married a fire-breathing dragon to be my stepmother.But my stepmother treated me badly. She put me in tattered clothes, asked me to clean up, and mixed many kinds of beans together for me to share.

Wu Chunjun: Honey, you are fine, you just read too many fairy tales.Come on, let's go down.

Lu Minghong: I don't want it.My feet were pinned by the red shoes and I couldn't move. I needed the prince's kiss to break the magic. (eyes closed)

At this time, the male protagonist will spread his hands to the audience and ask "what to do", and Tuo'er will take the opportunity to shout "come one, come one", and then the male protagonist approaches very disgustedly, quickly takes out a dried fish from his pocket, and goes to The heroine touched her mouth and quickly put it away.

The heroine opened her eyes and said intoxicatedly: Jack, your kiss made me smell the ocean.

The male lead "hehe" to the audience: Just as long as you like it.

Wu Chunjun also practiced with Wu Chunjun a few times during this period, he was holding back a smile and leaning forward, just as he took out the props, Lu Minghong suddenly got into trouble, not only opened his eyes, but also leaned forward, and gnawed directly on the corner of Wu Chunjun's lips.

"Hahahaha...you're going to be late, hahaha..." Lu Minghong laughed vigorously by himself, while Wu Chunjun was dumbfounded.

"Hey, why are you so stupid?" Lu Minghong was still smiling, waving his hands in front of him.

Wu Chunjun finally came to his senses, gently patted his hand away, and wiped the goosebumps off his body. "childish."

A week passed quickly, and the annual meeting was held as scheduled.

The annual meeting is divided into three parts. In the morning, it is the venue layout. In the afternoon, it is the company's internal summary meeting and commendation meeting. In the evening, there will be performances and guests will come.

In the morning, they came to the hotel to start decorating. The company will reserve a hall here every year to hold the annual meeting, and they are familiar with it.Lunch is relatively simple. From [-]:[-] p.m. to [-]:[-] p.m. is the summing-up meeting. All the leaders took the stage to speak according to the usual practice, and then the department representatives spoke.Due to his outstanding performance, Lu Minghong won the Newcomer Award and also spoke on stage.

Wu Chunjun applauded below, feeling how time flies, Lu Minghong has been here for half a year before he knew it, it feels as if the administration brought people to him yesterday, but now he is able to talk freely on the stage.This guy is not timid at all, and he looks quite handsome.Wu Chunjun suddenly felt like my family had just grown up as a teenager.

After the wrap-up meeting, there is still a period of rest and preparation time before the party starts. The program team has started to prepare for the show, changing costumes, checking props, moving the stage, and playing against each other.This time when Lu Minghong played against each other, Wu Chunjun only had to watch the fun from the sidelines.When she saw Chen Jiayao take out the dried salted fish props from her pocket, she suddenly thought of Lu Minghong's prank that night, and felt a little itchy at the corner of her mouth, so she scratched it involuntarily.

The guests came one after another, including retired old employees and leaders of the club, as well as some cooperative customers, plus all the current employees of the club, there were a total of about [-] tables.

The time is almost up, the male and female hosts come to the stage, and the party begins.

Each table has a program list, Wu Chunjun looked at the program list, there was actually a poetry recitation, and the poetry recitation was not performed by the editorial department.

The programs came up one by one. Wu Chunjun's program was relatively late, and he was always nervous. He hoped that he would die sooner and be reborn sooner. Lu Minghong's program was in the middle, and there would be two more, but he didn't seem nervous at all.

Wu Chunjun couldn't help asking him, "Aren't you nervous?"

Lu Minghong was delighted to see him, and asked naturally: "What is there to be nervous about? I also attend a lot of school evenings every year, so I just get used to it. Besides, most of the people here are my own people, so it's okay to make mistakes. , for self-entertainment."

Wu Chunjun also wanted to be as calm as him, but he was not used to showing himself in front of people since he was a child. He used to avoid this kind of thing when he could, but he couldn't avoid it after work. He had no choice but to bite the bullet. Stomach pain from being too nervous.

Seeing his nervousness, Lu Minghong patted him on the shoulder to comfort him, "It's okay, haven't you practiced many times? Just practice as usual. If you are really nervous when you go up, just look at me and act like It was for me to practice, and I will definitely praise you."

Hearing what he said, Wu Chunjun really felt a little more relaxed.Before he had time to say anything, Lu Minghong was called by the program crew to go to the stage to prepare.

When Lu Minghong finished his performance, Wu Chunjun applauded loudly, thinking: I don't owe you either, I will support you first.

After Wu Chunjun came to the stage, he stared at Lu Minghong most of the time. During the applause at the curtain call, Lu Minghong even blinked at him, and Wu Chunjun couldn't help laughing.

Lu Lushen, who had been paying attention to the two people's every move, instantly became hot, and leaned sideways, and fell on Chen Jiayao, "Hold me quickly, this wave of dog food is too sweet."

The show was going on, and the following began to drink and eat.The boss talks to the boss, and the younger brother talks to the younger brother.I will introduce you, you shake hands with him, and exchange business cards; I toast you, you toast me, and start the mutual praise mode.

The leaders of the club went to each table to toast a round of wine, "Thank you for your continuous efforts" and "Continue to work hard next year", and then groups of people from various departments also went to the leadership table to return their respects.

Wu Chunjun is not very used to this kind of occasion, but he can't be too out of the crowd, just follow everyone around for a while, it is considered as the completion of the task.It's okay to drink and blow water with friends, but if you ask him to say something to toast, he always feels awkward and speaks dryly.

Lu Minghong is different from him, he usually can talk to everyone, now he is with Zhang She, Mr. Wang and Brother Liu, and he is not stage fright at all when talking with big bosses, he is neither humble nor overbearing.

After drinking a cup, the cup was turned upside down without a single drop falling, which caused a burst of applause. "The young man is really good." "The publishing house is full of talents."

Zhang She and President Wang also nodded appreciatively.It can be seen that Zhang She and Mr. Wang want to support Lu Minghong.

Wu Chunjun looked at it for a while, and didn't have anything to do with himself, so he returned to his seat silently and ate food.

In fact, Wu Chunjun knows that editors also need contacts. Author resources, resources from other schools, customer resources, and even peers are all contacts.Networks mean potential opportunities.At the same time, editors also need a wide range of interests. Only by communicating with different people can they find good topics.

Although I know it, I can't do it flexibly.Seeing Lu Minghong like this, Wu Chunjun suddenly felt a little strange.

Heh, people are not stupid and sweet.

Wu Chunjun laughed at himself, then cheered up and chatted with other people while eating.

After a while, Lu Minghong came back, sat down next to him, and suddenly reached out to wipe his lips. Wu Chunjun was startled, and looked at him dumbfounded. He still smiled heartlessly and said: " Haha, my mouth is watering."

Because of drinking, Lu Minghong's fair face was already pink. At this moment, Wu Chunjun stared at him and suddenly thought, is he stupid or not, white is quite white, sweet, probably sweet too.

Sighing, because he was already drunk, I didn't bother with him anymore.

There is one more thing after the annual meeting, which is the inventory disposal at the end of the year.At this time, each department will take turns sending people to the warehouse to help.It is necessary for editors to see and see.It's not how spectacular the scene is, but this is often the situation that spurs the editor.

From a sales point of view, books are divided into four types: bestsellers, bestsellers, top sellers, and bestsellers.Inventory processing is to deal with the unsalable books, and they cannot always be backlogged in the warehouse to waste space.The rent and electricity bills of the warehouse are not low.

It was the first time for Lu Minghong to come to the warehouse.The warehouse is in Baiyun District, and it takes more than two minutes to drive from the company.Because of the large area, warehouses are generally located in suburbs or urban villages.So are the printing houses.

Today is Liu Chengying, Lu Minghong, Lin Linglong, and Zheng Huamiao arriving at the warehouse.

"Brother Liu, how do we deal with inventory?" Lu Minghong asked.

"Wait until I go to the warehouse to check the actual condition of the books. Of course you can't take the damaged ones, they can only be sold as waste paper. If there is no problem with the book itself, there are three ways. One is to cut it three times. Except for the spine side, the other three sides are different Make a cut, then change the cover and copyright page, and then sell it as a new book."

Lu Minghong nodded, readers like new books, even though some are actually old books with new clothes, it does not affect the quality, and sometimes a slow-selling book can be brought back to life by changing a title that is more attractive to readers.It is advisable to cut a knife on each of the three sides without changing the format or affecting the legibility of the article.

"Of course it's possible that it won't be sold after handling it like this," Lin Linglong said.

Liu Chengying did not refute, and went on to say: "The second is to sell at a low discount. If the book discount we usually give dealers is about [-]% off, this may be [-]% off or even [-]% off. Actually, if you look at some roadside stalls If the quality of the book sold by the catty is not bad, then it is very likely that it is genuine, and it was obtained through inventory processing at a low discount. Now the profit of piracy is not as high as before.”

"The genuine version is also the price of cabbage." Lin Linglong concluded.

Liu Chengying glanced at her, "The third type is donation, and the proportion is relatively small."

In fact, so-called donations are often neither icing on the cake nor giving timely help, because they are not targeted and sometimes even deceptive.

Liu Chengying sighed, "The worst thing is to treat it as waste paper and turn it into pulp." This is the most common way to deal with it, and it is also a satire on publishing houses and editors.

Everyone was silent for a while.No one wants to see the book they have worked so hard to just scrap.

But slow-moving books must be dealt with.A book sitting in storage until it is scrapped can cost even more than the list price.It is best to renew and regain a new life. Scrapping and pulping is the last option. After all, books lying in the warehouse are still the company's assets, and once they are scrapped, the assets will shrink greatly.

Brother Li from the warehouse assigned tasks to everyone, and everyone worked enthusiastically.Classification, registration, and putting the final decision to be scrapped in a specific place are basically time-sensitive and difficult to resell, or have been cut two or three times and cannot be processed anymore.

Liu Chengying popularized to Lu Minghong while working: "From the perspective of the market in the past ten years, the comprehensive books are the most unsalable books, followed by life and leisure, social science, and science and technology. It is very difficult to see the situation that such books sell hundreds of thousands of copies."

"Why are there so many books that cannot be sold? Didn't they estimate when they were printed?" Lu Minghong asked.

"Isn't this a test of the editor's ability?" Liu Chengying shook his head, "If there is no accurate prediction of the first print volume and channel sales capabilities, and if a situation arises and cannot take timely measures to deal with it, it will naturally fail to sell. Now it is a wine Xiang is also afraid of a society with deep alleys, so many books are published every year, without proper marketing, it is easy to be swiped."

Lu Minghong nodded and began to think deeply about this question.The work he is currently doing does not require him to think about marketing issues, and there is no opportunity to exercise, which is not good.

After working for more than an hour, I took a break at noon. When the editors got together, they inevitably talked about the issue of book inventory.

"The price of paper has risen again this year. Now the cost of paper printing is high. I think there will be more digital publishing in the future. Only some real high-quality goods with collection value will be published in paper. Anyway, everyone is getting more and more I am getting used to reading e-books." Zheng Huamiao said.

Liu Chengying took a sip of hot tea to soothe his throat, and said: "The current stock-to-sale ratio is 1:1. However, some printing factories are trying to print on demand, and they don't want the minimum print volume of 3000. Printing. This should be the future trend. If on-demand printing is really realized, the inventory problem will be completely solved. Not only that, but the problem of out-of-print books can also be solved.”

This was the first time Lu Minghong heard about it, and asked: "There are only a few dozen copies, so can it still be considered a publication?"

Editing, reproduction, and distribution are the three elements of publishing activities, and dissemination is the meaning of publishing.Those monographs for the evaluation of professional titles can be printed at most three to five hundred, and the authors may give them away to relatives and friends instead of going to the market, and they have not met the requirements for distribution at all. In his opinion, they cannot be regarded as real publications.

"Dozens of books are already considered an extreme situation. Even if there are dozens of books at a time, there will be many books accumulated over many times, and they are indeed released to the public. Of course they are counted as publications." Liu Chengying said.

"But the management of printing and reprinting will be more troublesome." Lin Linglong said.

"So it is still being explored. The future is bright, but the road is tortuous."

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After the lunch break, continue to work in the afternoon, which is really a lot of trouble.Even the scene where students tear up books and test papers after the college entrance examination is not as crazy as a library warehouse.

All over the place.

Books are the carrier of knowledge, and the once sacred paper has to be collected and burned for burial, which is called the tomb of cherishing characters, but now it has fallen into the altar.

All four were in a low mood.Lu Minghong also noticed that Liu Chengying stared at a book for a long time before, guessing that it was probably the book he was in charge of before.

Undoubtedly, all the "responsible editors" were lamenting or weeping blood when they saw a truckload of "waste paper" just like that, especially when there were books they had handled on the truck.

The author has something to say:

The editors are more or less fond of books, but the lower-level editors do not have their own resources, and often have to write books that they do not approve of. At this time, the sense of responsibility as the responsible editor is greatly weakened.How much enthusiasm can there be in a job that doesn't make a lot of money and doesn't provide a sense of pride?Therefore, we still have to work hard to improve our ability, strive for the editorial right to speak, and make books that make us feel valuable.