Witness of the film and television world

Chapter 15 Josh Frost
7 Elk Community, Montgomery.

Josie Frost was lying on the sofa a little tired, watching a TV series.

This drama is a new drama launched by ABC TV station not long ago. It is called Combat Sergeant. It is very popular now. The male protagonist in it is very handsome, and it belongs to the "little fresh meat" that federal women like very much.

The background of the plot is the North African battlefield from 1941 to 1942. It tells the story of the US combat hero Sergeant Nelson who received orders directly from General Harrison to engage in intelligence and investigation activities against the German African Army...

As a veteran, Josie Frost has a deep impression of the background of this TV series, and his team has also traveled to Africa.

For there, Josie Frost had only two impressions—it was dark and it was hot.

What a bad place!

I really don't understand, how could anyone be interested in Black Pearl?

That body smell is absolutely amazing, even more baboon than orangutan!

And how dark it is, down there?
And he can also see that there are many video scenes shot during the war in the plot of this film, which can be said to have an excellent effect on restoring the war.

It's just that the male protagonist is too sissy, and Josie Frost feels that he can definitely play better.

"Damn it, can't you change to a tough guy?"

Watching the TV series, while focusing on the plot, Josie Frost also analyzed the TV in front of him.

Josie Frost couldn't help shaking his head especially after watching the advertisements broadcast on the TV station during the interval between TV dramas. It must be known that these advertisements were originally published in newspapers.

As the editor-in-chief of a newspaper, the television in front of him had a huge impact on his field of work.

As the broadcasters dominated and introduced television, their newspaper advertising business immediately suffered a severe decline.

This seriously affects his winnings!

"Now it's just black and white TV. I heard that New York is still planning to launch a color TV. Alas, the development of technology is changing with each passing day, and the development space of TV is too broad!"

(Note: In 1953, the color TV standard was set in the United States, and RCA color TV was launched in 1954!)
"Television is better than newspapers, and images are far more shocking than words. No wonder the advertising prices of ABC TV have been getting higher and higher over the years, and those advertisers are still following it."

"However, newspapers are still irreplaceable. People can't carry TVs with them like newspapers."

"If that day, the TV is reduced to be portable, maybe the whole newspaper industry will die."

Josie Frost secretly guessed in his heart.

Dang Dang, a series of hasty knocks on the door attracted Josie Frost.

"Who is it? At this hour?"

Now this time is working time, his wife and daughter are not at home, who will come?

Josie Frost had some doubts in his heart, and gradually walked to the door, took out a spray shotgun behind his back, and tentatively said.

"Who?"

"it's me!"

Hearing this familiar voice, Josie Frost suddenly burst into a smile, put down the weapon in his hand, quickly opened the door, and saw his old friend.

"Josie!"

"John!"

When old friends met, the two gave each other a warm hug, and Josie Frost welcomed his old friend into the room.

The two sat on the sofa, and Josie Frost smiled and said, "John, why did you come to me all of a sudden, and you're still working?"

Mr. Chris showed a teasing smile: "I called your newspaper before, and they said you were not at the newspaper. As soon as I heard it, I knew that you were absolutely lazy at home."

Josie Frost smiled easily when he heard this: "You still know me, but I'm not being lazy, I'm trying to understand our competitors."

"Understand at home?"

"Isn't it?" As he said, Josie Frost pointed to the TV in front of him

"Perhaps you also know that our respected Mr. Governor proposed to build a local TV station network a few days ago. This is not good news for us local newspapers."

"Advertising problem?" Mr. Chris asked tentatively.

When Josie Frost heard this, he looked at his old friend in surprise, and was relieved when he thought of the other party's identity and various sources of information.

"Yes, advertising. A few days ago, ABC abruptly snatched a large advertising order from General Oil Company from the "New York Times", which accounted for almost 15% of the advertising costs of the New York Times. As soon as the news spread, all Newspapers are starting to be wary of TV stations.”

"It's the New York Times, after all! I can't imagine it!"

"After the local TV station is established, it is inevitable that our local advertising revenue will be divided."

"So this time, our boss has united with several other newspaper owners, and wants to participate in the construction of the TV network. Instead of being an enemy, it is better to intervene and become a community of mutual interests."

Mr. Chris smiled: "So, I misunderstood you."

"Isn't it? By the way, John, what's the matter with you coming to me suddenly?"

Upon hearing this, Mr. Chris quickly took out a stack of copied manuscript paper from the briefcase he was carrying, and handed it to Josie Frost.

"Josie, you are a professional, help me read this manuscript."

Josie Frost took the manuscript, first glanced down at the cover, and then looked at Mr. Chris with great interest.

"Devil personality? Is this a novel? Who wrote it?"

Mr. Chris shook his head: "Don't ask, just take a look and give me an objective judgment."

Seeing the serious look of his old friend, Josie Frost also nodded, and began to look carefully.

After a long time, Josie Frost let out a sigh of relief and closed the manuscript.

Mr. Chris looked at him expectantly: "How is it?"

Josie Frost commented objectively: "A+ level works, if they work well, can definitely hit the Edgar Allan Poe Award."

"The torture of human nature and the unconstrained creativity in it are all rare masterpieces I have seen in recent years. Whether it is the roulette-style death structure or the creativity of personality differentiation, it will definitely arouse the madness of publishers."

"The ten personalities, each representing a different human nature, the differentiation and integration of good and evil, and the description of the dark side of various human natures in the face of death are all important reasons for winning the award."

"Most people who associate with demons are demons. The original sin of human nature is the real devil personality. The writing is so wonderful."

As he said that, Josie Frost looked a little excited. He hadn't seen such an excellent work for a long time.

Looking at Mr. Chris, Josie Frost asked: "John, it's time to tell me now, who wrote this?"

Mr. Chris shook his head: "I'll tell you later, I need to understand the specific situation, can this novel be published?"

"Of course, this novel combines profound and popular elements. It can win awards and sales, which will definitely cause publishers to go crazy."

Mr. Chris: "Then, which publisher do you think is better? Which one has sufficient operating experience for this type of work?"

Josie Frost thought for a while, and said: "Harper Collins Publishing House, this publisher has a long history, has rich contacts in the literary world, and has established a deep relationship with well-known newspapers such as The New York Times. contact, strong public relations ability.”

"A few years ago, this publishing house also published the works of the famous mystery writer Agatha Christie, and has rich experience."

"Of course, the University of Chicago Press and Random House are all good choices, you can submit your manuscript, and then choose the most suitable publisher."

Listening to his old friend's narration, Mr. Chris thought over and over in his heart. Originally, his original plan was to ask his friend to help contact the "Anabama Hot News", but after hearing his friend's judgment, he immediately decided to publish it. .

Compared with serialization in newspapers, publishing is naturally more promising.

As for the fact that, at the time of publishing, the author would not be famous enough to attract readers, and this is even more unnecessary for him to consider.

So many people have directly chosen to publish, so naturally they have not considered this issue.

In fact, as long as the publisher is willing to spend money to publish, the publisher will naturally do their best to promote it. The higher the sales volume, the more the publisher can earn.

(End of this chapter)