451 Chapter 448 Master of Terror (seeking subscription, tickets) (1/2)
In this Christmas stall, when people's attention is attracted by the hot film market, Bertolman is running around, hoping to connect Stephen King and Random House's new book publishing agreement.
As the world's largest English-language business international publishing house, Random House, under the leadership of the Jewish Bennett Cerf, merged with the Bantam Group in 1998, and gained momentum and almost controlled 75% of the US market. The above publishing business.
However, even if Bertolman is backed by such a large group, he still has to negotiate with these great writers and call for papers every day.Because this is his job.
And Stephen King, as a ”modern horror master” in the literary and art world, his works have always been sought after by book fans, and he is also his focus.
Of course, compared with those little writers, these rich literary and artistic tycoons, who are no longer restricted by money, have the least material needs for writing because they do not have the pressure of life-in other words, they are lazy and lack motivation.
For example, this new book has been written for almost three years.When I was younger, I had to write a few articles to ”Playboy” every day after I finished the manuscript.
Getting out of the car, Bertolman walked for a while with his briefcase, and finally came to a country house that seemed inconspicuous.
It was already 4 o'clock in the afternoon, and Bertolman walked to the door proficiently and rang the doorbell. The one who opened the door was an old woman with a faint smile and meek brows.
Bertolman greeted with a smile: ”You look great today.”
It was Stephen King’s second wife, Tabitha Sbruce, who opened the door. When the two were in love, Mr. Stephen hadn't made it out. The first meeting was at the school's literary salon.
Entering the villa, Bertolman chatted with Tabitha, and she enthusiastically went to make coffee.
Don't think Stephen King is very rich, but he doesn't like to hire a servant, and only occasionally asks the cleaning company to come and take care of hygiene.
And the old man's children don't live with him, so they will come here on holidays.
”Sit down for a while, he is still in the study, and it may take some time before he comes out.” Tabitha brought a cup of coffee and explained a little.
”Thank you.” Bertolman took the coffee and smiled at Tabitha.
Stephen King often locks himself in the study, or reads books, or writes ideas. Bertolman is used to waiting. The reason why he chooses this time is because the old man will come out of the study until the evening. .
The two sat opposite each other, chatting casually.
Most of the time it was Bertolman who found some topics to talk about.
Before long, there was a sound from the stairs, and Stephen King walked down the stairs slowly.
He wears a pair of black-rimmed glasses, his hair is mostly white, and he is dressed casually. When he sees Bertolmann coming, he beckoned and said hello.
Bertolman stood up, leaned over to the old gentleman, made a few polite words, and started talking about business.
”...Is ”Son of Colorado” finished?”
He was afraid that the old man would drag on, and added: ”Our publisher wants to confirm the sample issue first...”
Stephen King is 57 years old, drank a glass of water, and replied: ”I still need to tidy up. You can pick it up in two days.”
”Row.”
Bertolman was helpless.
But then I thought about it, at least this time I got the exact time, it's better than if there was no news before running every day.
Coming out of Stephen King's house, he walked outside and was blown by the cold wind. Bertolman was about to leave, but saw another car approaching and parked in the empty space in front of the villa.
Then two men got out of the car and looked at their direction...
Bertolman thought: Why at this time, someone visits Stephen King.