Comprehensive comics: great cartoonist at the beginning

Chapter 18

The editor breathed a sigh of relief and shook his head.

He asked in a deep voice:"How long have you been working in this industry?"

For a work like Tang Ming's, which has already been mastered, Shota Tezuka guessed that his age in the industry should be about 7-8 years.

Moreover, this is based on his extraordinary talent.

There are many comics authors who may not be at this level even after drawing for more than ten years.

Tang Ming smiled slightly sheepishly, scratched his head and said,"Uh……"

"I have been learning to draw for a long time, but when I started drawing comics, I just started a while ago."

Ah!?

The editor pushed up his glasses, and there was a buzz in his mind.

When he heard Tang Ming's answer, there were only two words in his subconscious.

Genius.

Shota's first reaction was genius!

The first work he came into contact with was comics. He can reach such an astonishing level. At the same level, others have put in more than ten years of hard work than him. It is not an exaggeration to say that God rewards him with food. This is the first time Shota has seen such a thing since he started working. Genius...

Tang Ming did scare him.

However, he still appeared calm on the surface.

"That's it"

"Wait a moment, please allow me to take a closer look at the comic."

Although there were goosebumps all over his back, Shota calmed down and continued watching.

From the perspective of a love comic, the plot is very complete, from the first acquaintance of the male and female protagonists to the final love, and everything in between. The twists and turns of the plot are connected just right.

The characters' language and dialogue not only fit the characters in every sentence, but also can reveal sincere emotions from the plot and sentences.

Let's look at the painting work.

The lines of the characters are strong or weak, and have a strong sense of movement, as if It gives the comic characters vitality.

In particular, the ability to control the depiction of the surrounding environment is even more extraordinary. Under the different moods of the protagonist, the colors of the surrounding environment can also bring these emotions vividly on the page. After seeing it, readers will be very happy. It is easy to resonate with the protagonist.

It is this charm that no matter how many cartoonists have been writing for many years, they cannot understand it.

Starting from the editor's position of a love comic, Tezuka Shota dares to say that this work will definitely pass the draft, and It’s a good work that’s rare to see in ten years

"finish watching."

Shouta was extremely excited, but his face still looked indifferent.

Everyone was looking forward to the editor's feedback, especially Yuigahama Yui, who seemed to be even more excited than Tang Ming

"Can the requirements be met?"Tang Ming asked tentatively.

And the editor also spoke bluntly.

"Your talent is very good. If you look at the work"Garden of Words" alone, you will definitely be able to pass it. If you are interested in participating in the Newcomer Award, you will definitely get the bonus."

"And according to my prediction, comics of this level should be fully capable of publishing a single volume.

Yuigahama Yui couldn't help but beam with joy:"Great!""

Yukino and Hiratsuka Shizuya smiled. Tang Ming is still very strong!

Hikigaya Hachiman also looked at Tang Ming with approval.

What is the concept of being able to publish a single volume?

This requires the work to be published in a certain manga company The company has considerable popularity, and it is possible to publish physical books only if it breaks through the involution and breaks out of the encirclement.

Because even in this hometown of comics, the sales of physical books can easily explode. If the management thinks that publishing cannot make money, Naturally, I won't publish it for you.

The ability to publish a single volume has surpassed 99% of cartoonists.

Yes, it is 99% of professional cartoonists.

"Thank you for your approval."The big stone in Tang Ming's heart finally fell.

Then, the editor said:"If possible, we are very interested in cooperating with you to make"The Garden of Words" a work of our publishing house. After signing the contract, we can Help you publish, first look at readers’ feedback"

"certainly!"This is the purpose of Tang Ming's visit today!

After that, the editor thought for a moment and continued:"Your skills and talents are very good, which is rare."

"If you are willing, I can introduce you to become Shueisha's contracted author now.

Yuigahama Yui was shocked:"Signed author?""

"In other words, Tang Ming can serialize comics in magazines in the future?"

"That's right."The editor played with the pen in his hand and looked at Tang Ming sincerely.

"If you are so willing, I will help you talk to the editor about it immediately."

Whether you are signing a contract for a certain work or the author himself, you need to get the approval of the editor-in-chief. The ordinary editors under his banner do not have the power to directly make decisions.

Therefore, the general process is - the editor will review the submitted manuscripts one by one. , if the manuscript can be passed, the author is asked to go back and wait for news at any time, and then the editor will hand over these approved manuscripts to the team leader and the editor-in-chief to discuss whether to sign a contract, so there will be a waiting period of several days.

Editor It only plays a role in screening.

But after reading Tang Ming's manuscript today, Shota decided to discuss the matter with the editor in person today.

If during the few days of waiting, Tang Ming and other publishing houses If the contract is signed, then Shueisha as a whole, especially the Ioto department, will lose money on a rare hit comic in the world.

"If you sign a contract with an author, you need to regularly serialize comics in accordance with the comics company's regulations, right?"

Tang Ming's question made Shota nodded.

This is for sure. As an author who is signed by the company, he is equivalent to an employee of the company.

Although the contracted author is different from the staff, he does not need to come here from nine to five every day. When you go to work, you can arrange your working hours freely, but you need to submit your works regularly and quantitatively.

So Tang Ming was thoughtful and then said:"Sorry"

"It’s better to sign the contract for this work first."

Huh?

Shota was stunned for a moment. He didn't expect that Tang Ming would refuse so decisively. Shueisha is the largest and best comics company in the country. Countless comics authors are trying to become Shueisha's contracted authors, but they don't have the strength.

As a high school student, Tang Ming was actively invited, but flatly refused.

"what reason? When asked by the editor

, Tang Ming said:"I am a high school student now. I'm afraid I don't have the time and energy to serialize.""

"That's it."Shouta can also understand that Tang Ming still has studies to complete and cannot spare so much time.

But naturally he cannot let go of such a god-level work.

Tang Ming is an extremely talented author. If he can communicate with him first If you collaborate on a work, you will always have the opportunity to sign a contract in the future.

So Shota made a quick decision, stood up and said:"Wait a moment, I will call the editor-in-chief now. If there is no problem, I can help you finalize the matter before tomorrow. Tang

Ming was also very pleased to see that the editor valued him.

Xiang Tai took out his mobile phone and dialed a number.

"Hey, editor-in-chief, this is it……"

After explaining this matter to the editor on the other side of the phone, the editor replied a few words. However, it was obvious that Shota's eyes seemed a little embarrassed after hearing the other party's reply.

"Okay, as soon as possible."

Pah.

" After hanging up the phone, Shota felt a little apologetic and said,"I'm sorry, the editor-in-chief is out for something.""

"It will take about two hours to come back"

"Can you wait a moment?

Tang Ming nodded:"Of course.""

Then, Tang Ming and Xiang Tai left each other's phone numbers and left the office.

In the corridor, several people's faces were filled with smiles.

This was also Tang Ming's first big victory.

"Great, it went so smoothly!"

Yuigahama Yui's happy mood was beyond words.

Hiratsuka Shizuka was also very happy:"Congratulations, Tang Ming"