Professor McGonagall nodded. She had originally planned to look for another student, but since Hans was now the editor-in-chief and was even closer to her, Professor McGonagall remembered Hans's personality very well. He was a warm and gentle man, so she immediately changed her mind.
"Congratulations, Hans. I didn't expect you to be the editor-in-chief now.”Professor McGonagall congratulated Hans.
"Thanks to you." Hans replied with a smile. What he said was true. As the only magic school in England, graduates from Hogwarts basically covered all walks of life, and the publishing industry was no exception. The middle and upper levels of the company were basically from Hogwarts, and most of them were from the Lion House, which was famous for its unity.
He was from the Lion's Yard and was quite talented. With the help of his seniors, he naturally became the chief editor. Therefore, it was not a big deal to say that he was a good student.
After all, no matter which world it was, it was one of the unspoken rules of the industry for schools to form their own branches. As long as you came from the same school, or even the same department, then there would be more friendship and intimacy. Naturally, there would be more convenience and connections, even in the wizarding world and the adult world.
"Let's talk in my office first. I can't wait to see junior's work.”Doing what he said was Hans's professional motto. When the elevator reached the third floor, Hans stepped out of the elevator first and led the way. After guiding the two to his office, he diligently prepared a cup of hot cocoa for the two.
"Did you bring the original manuscript?" Hans asked Leon after he sat down.
Leon did not waste any time and handed the first volume of A Song of Ice and Fire, which was Game of Thrones, to Hans.
This was the first time Hans had seen an original manuscript that looked like a finished book. However, he did not feel that there was anything wrong with it. Instead, he was very happy. If the content of the book was up to standard, it would save a lot of time for typography. It might not be a bad thing for the publishing firm.
Professor McGonagall's attention was also attracted. She wanted to see what was going to happen next.
The moment he received the book, Hans immediately immersed himself in it. An outstanding chief editor had to first read the content of the book that had been applied for publication and consider its quality and market value. This was a professional rule and habit.
However, after reading the beginning, Hans was already attracted by the content. After that, there was basically no other noise in the entire office except for Hans's flipping of the pages.
Professor McGonagall had already silently walked behind Hans to get some books. Leon, on the other hand, leaned back in his chair and dozed off. He had nothing to do anyway.
After some time, Hans put down the first scroll in his hand and looked at Leon, who was still dozing off, with a surprised expression. Then he asked Professor McGonagall,""Is this book really written by him?"
"It should be. After all, I've never heard of a book with the same name. You probably don't either.”Professor McGonagall teased.
" Excellent writing skills, a huge worldview, the intricate relationships between the characters, and the foreshadowing and ups and downs of the plot. This book is perfect! I dare to predict that with excellent marketing, this book will become the best-selling book of the year!”Hans shouted excitedly, loud enough to wake Leon up.
"In that case, this 'Song of Ice and Fire' is qualified to be published?”Although Leon was taking a nap, he wasn't completely asleep. Naturally, he heard what Hans said and immediately confirmed it.
"Of course, if this book can't be published, then I can't find any other books worth publishing. Mr. Chris, thank you for your trust in our publishing firm.”Strength was always the best way to prove a person. Hans, who was previously a little guy who kept his mouth shut, immediately changed the way he addressed him to respect.
"Very good. Thank you for the opportunity given by your publishing firm. Next, can we sign the contract and discuss the book sharing and pricing?”Leon didn't waste any time and spoke with a standard negotiating attitude.
"Of course. Oh, d * mn, if it weren't for the fact that you look so young, I would have thought that I was talking to a famous author.”Hans said excitedly, then looked at Professor McGonagall.""Mr. Chris must be a famous person in school.”
"Of course. He is the most coveted student of several Hogwarts deans.”Professor McGonagall replied, and then sat down opposite Leon with satisfaction. Obviously, she planned to stand with Leon and help him negotiate.
However, to her surprise, Leon's maturity and criticism towards the contract and negotiations made Professor McGonagall call him an expert. Even Hans's face was covered in sweat. Obviously, he was under a lot of pressure from this negotiation.
In the end, Hans felt that he could not hold on any longer, so he found his boss, the chief editor of the silent book company. The chief editor had already learned from Hans in advance about the excellent and promising future of " A Song of Ice and Fire." He also knew that Leon was experienced and difficult to deal with. After sitting down, he immediately put on his strongest form.
So Professor McGonagall and Hans became bystanders. They witnessed the confrontation between the old and the young. In the end, the two of them finally compromised and agreed to work together.
Leon and the publishing house would split the profits 50 - 50. Leon would still hold the full copyright, but Mororan Books would have priority in future collaborations. Under the same conditions, if Leon released the next book of A Song of Ice and Fire, he would have to choose Mororan Books first.
Of course, the book company would also promote the book in large quantities, and make it the primary publishing task of the publishing house. They would also take the initiative to provide channels and publicity for the distribution of the book to the foreign wizarding world.
In the end, the first volume of Song of Ice and Fire was priced at three Galleons and twelve silver Sickles. After deducting the cost, Leon and Moran Book Company would get one Galleon each.
"Phew, now I really believe that you can write such an excellent work.”The chief editor sighed and praised Leon.
"I can't do anything about it. After all, it's to defend my rights and interests.”Leon smiled and shook hands with the managing editor.""The details of the collaboration have been confirmed. When the results of the first publication are out, if the sales are hot, I might have to trouble your company for the subsequent content.”
"This is our honor. We can guarantee that we will be able to hype up the popularity of this book. Moreover, the quality of this 'A Song of Ice and Fire' is sufficient. As long as the reputation of the audience accumulates, we might not even need to promote it.”The managing editor held Leon's hand tightly and replied.
"Happy cooperation."
"Happy cooperation."
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