Rebirth As a Writer In Britain
Chapter 18 Rejecting a Long-term Contract
After thinking twice, Zela finally used his contacts to get Kevin's contact number at the University of Edinburgh.
But she was holding the paper with Kevin's phone number written on it, but she didn't call the phone for a long time. She is still struggling, still hesitating. One is face, the other is work, what should she do.
This beautiful woman, at this time, sweat began to emerge from her forehead. She knew in her heart that if she hesitated for too long, other publishers would preempt her. (Of course, she didn't know that Kevin's "Jane Eyre" had been signed by the London Literary Publishing House).
"Hello, are you Mr. Kevin?"
In the end, Zela got through to Kevin's phone number.
At this time, Kevin was in the London Literary Publishing House. After seeing an unfamiliar call, he answered it without thinking.
"Yes, who are you?" Kevin asked politely.
"Oh, hello, I'm the editor of Dehai Publishing House. My name is Zela. We met before. I believe you still remember."
"Oh, it's Editor Zela. It's very unexpected, can you call me, what's the matter?"
Kevin wasn't the stingy type, though he was annoyed that Zella threw his manuscript in the trash. But in life, don't we need such people to stimulate us, so that we can become stronger.
"That's it. First of all, I congratulate you on being the champion of this London Literary Competition. Second, I want to talk to you about the signing of the contract. Oh, your "Jane Eyre" I think, I can review it again. Or if you have other manuscripts in hand, our publishing house can also talk to you." Zela put down her face and said.
"Oh, also, our publishing house can also sign a long-term publishing contract with you. Of course, as a newcomer, the price may not be very high, but our Dehai Publishing House is a famous publishing house in the UK. As long as you and us Signing a long-term contract, we will definitely have the confidence to make you a best-selling author in the UK." Zela continued.
"Really? But respected editor Zela, I am very sorry, I have already signed a contract with the London Literary Publishing House for the publication of "Jane Eyre". Signed." Kevin said truthfully.
"What? The London Literary Publishing House is really willing to sign a publishing house contract with you? Their speed is so fast? It hasn't been long since you won the championship of this literary competition, and they have signed a contract with you for publishing? It means that they don't even read it. Signed your "Jane Eyre" after seeing it?" Zela said in a surprised tone.
"No, dear editor Zela, you are wrong. They signed a publishing contract with me a few days ago."
"What? They were willing to publish your "Jane Eyre" before you won the championship of this literary competition?"
"Yes, is there any problem with this? Dear Editor Zela."
"No, the London Literary Publishing House has already signed your "Jane Eyre". I think you can consider signing a long-term contract with our publishing house, which means that all works will be published by our Dehai Publishing House in the future. What do you think? For details, we can have an interview." Zela said.
"I'm very sorry, I just said that I will not sign a long-term contract with any publishing house. So, thank you." Kevin's attitude remained the same.
If you are a newcomer, it is indeed a very good thing to be able to sign a long-term contract with the famous Dehai Publishing House.
Including the champions of the previous literary competitions, they also signed long-term contracts with some famous publishing houses after the competitions. Because after signing a long-term contract, it means that the works written in the future can be published no matter what. They can also stop worrying about publishing.
Therefore, for a newcomer, such a good thing is usually not rejected. But Kevin is different, he has the memory of the works of British writers on earth, and they are all classics. He didn't worry about publishing at all. Good works, in this country that pays attention to literature, are destined not to be buried.
"I don't think you need to rush to make a decision. You can think about it carefully before contacting me. This is my phone number. You are welcome to call anytime."
"I don't think I need to think about it. What I say now is my decision later. Oh, thank you for your appreciation. Bye."
After speaking, Kevin hung up the phone.
Zela was very upset when she heard that Kevin rejected her without hesitation.
"Hmph! Isn't it the champion? How can you say that you are also a newcomer, and being able to sign a contract with our publishing house is something that many authors dream of. If you use your emotions, you will only destroy yourself."
Zela has already called Kevin. Whether it is successful or not, at least she has an explanation for the above.
It is his loss for Kevin not to cooperate with their publishing house. Zela can just report the situation to the above.
After Kevin won the championship of this literary competition, the organizer, London Literary Publishing House, will hold a celebration banquet that night as usual. Of course, all players participating in the rematch can come and participate.
Enni also introduced many literary celebrities to Kevin at the dinner, and these people also expressed their strong support for Kevin's future works.
Especially Mr. Curry, when he announced the list of winners, he promised in front of many media people that no matter who this person is, he will try his best to help the champion's works and himself.
For a moment, this night, it seemed that everything belonged to Kevin, the boy who loves literature.
That night, Kevin was the protagonist of his own life. This night, England, Scotland, and Great Britain gave birth to a literary genius named Kevin.
Enni was always very happy when she heard that Kevin won the first place, because it proved that she was right. From the moment she read "The Rose of Love" written by Kevin, she had already determined that the author had a lot to do. Today's award is the best proof.
So when she was happy, she naturally drank too much tonight. This woman in her thirties, after drinking red wine, the skin on her face became more ruddy. Under the light, she was so charming and feminine.
Kevin helped Enni into her assistant's car, and then said goodbye to each other.
But at this time, Kevin also felt sad, because it meant that he had to take a taxi back by himself. According to the previous arrangement, the publishing house had a car to pick up the semi-finalists, but because Kevin had to help Enni into the car, he missed the pick-up car.
Fortunately, taxis in the UK are not very expensive, usually just a few pounds. Their taxis are generally Austin brand cars, mostly black.
After Kevin returned to the hotel, he gently touched the championship trophy with his hands again.
"I want to become a literary giant." The voice shouted in his heart again.
"Brother, don't worry, you are a writer." Kevin said confidently. (Please support Papaya a lot. Papaya will go out to send the contract this week, and the status should be changed next week. Thank you for your support, I wish you all the best, you will win the lottery, and the stocks will rise sharply)
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