Qiao Zhiguo and Kate are also professional models, after all, they have even filmed specials.

As soon as they appeared, they were full of aura. After the two entered the cafe, many people were attracted by the two of them.

Qiao Zhiguo dressed very young and looked like a charming uncle, not like a sixty-one-year-old at all.

Not to mention Kate, his figure and appearance are perfect.

Kate held Qiao Zhiguo's arm and was generous.

Fortunately, this cafe is a high-end cafe, and there were not many people at this time, and no one recognized Qiao Zhiguo.

However, Lawrence saw Qiao Zhiguo from afar. There was no way, the two of them were too conspicuous.

Qiao Zhiguo also saw Lawrence, which was no different from the photos, and was even a little ugly than the photos.

"Hello, is it Mr. Lawrence? I am Qiao Zhiguo"

"Hello"

Lawrence stood up and shook hands with Qiao Zhiguo.

"This is Kate"

By the way, Qiao Zhiguo introduced that Kate and Lawrence also got to know each other.

After looking at Kate, Lawrence didn't say anything on the surface, but was a little shocked.

He knew who Kate was? There was Kate's information in Qiao Zhiguo's information. The two of them had filmed the special magazine together and participated in the variety show "Love Island" together.

But that was just a cooperative relationship. Now that Kate appears here, why can't Lawrence understand? Obviously, the relationship between the two is not simple. Lawrence is not surprised by this. Lawrence has also learned a lot about Qiao Zhiguo.

After understanding it, I was even more surprised.

He has made such achievements in China just over a year after his debut.

According to professional estimates, Qiao Zhiguo's current net worth is at least 2 billion yuan, which is the lowest estimate.

Even if it is 2 billion yuan, that's not great. If it is exchanged for US dollars, it will be 300 million US dollars. More than a year ago, Qiao Zhiguo had nothing. He had such a net worth in just less than a year and a half.

"Joe, I have read your manuscript, it's very good. I think this novel will definitely be a big seller. We Amazon have global distribution capabilities..."

Lawrence began to explain the advantages of Amazon.

Amazon does have huge advantages in global distribution, because with an e-commerce platform as a support, the books they publish can be directly listed on the e-commerce platform for sale.

At the same time, in the e-book industry, Amazon has a larger share of the market.

In the United States, 65% of the e-book market is occupied by Amazon, which is a strong market share.

Let’s talk about the advantages first, to better negotiate prices.

"Mr. Lawrence, I know the advantages of Amazon, and this is why we can sit together and talk about it. Let me talk about the conditions first. First, this book is only released on Amazon, not for sale."

"Secondly, the issuance rights in the Chinese market are not sold"

Qiao Zhiguo doesn’t have many conditions. First, the copyright is not sold. No matter what copyright is, it is owned by Qiao Zhiguo. Amazon is only responsible for the distribution of books.

The second is that the issuance of the Chinese market is not sold to Amazon.

Qiao Zhiguo is very clear about the influence he has in China. In China, he can just find a publisher to publish it. He can sell many books by promoting it himself. He can't be in vain.

Apart from these two points, everything else is easy to talk about.

A negotiation officially began, and Kate sat quietly watching the two people negotiated.

Qiao Zhiguo was not too strong, and he also gave up the benefits he should have given up. After all, this is the first book and he has no capital yet.

If the first movie becomes popular, it will be easier to discuss the conditions in the future.

This is how this society is. Only when you have capital can you negotiate better. The same is true for book distribution. Although Qiao Zhiguo is famous now, he is still a newcomer in the literary world.

Amazon also takes a lot of risks when it comes to issuing it.

If Qiao Zhiguo is a well-known writer, it is another state.

The negotiations went smoothly, and the terms of the contract were also discussed one by one.

Qiao Zhiguo did not pay the copyright fee in advance, which made Lawrence breathed a sigh of relief. If he did not pay the copyright fee in advance, Lawrence would be under much less pressure.

There is no need to pay the prepayment fee, but the extra fee is a little more. Qiao Zhiguo only needs to pay dividends for books and extract his own dividends based on sales.

Amazon is responsible for issuance, and the issuance location is other countries and regions except mainland China. Amazon is responsible for issuance in Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan.

The first one to be released is the English version, and the distribution locations are mainly in the United Kingdom and the United States.

This is also to try the waters first and see how readers react. If it becomes popular, then translate it into another language version and take your time.

"Joe, happy cooperation"

After signing the contract, Lawrence was also very happy. Although he flew all the way, it was worth the trip.

"Happy cooperation"

Qiao Zhiguo stretched out his hand. The novel "The Hunger Games" is also a stepping stone. I threw it out and tried it out to see how the market reacted.

Qiao Zhiguo is actually not sure. Although this book sells well in another time and space, no one knows what it is in this time and space.

There are many factors that affect book sales, such as release time, marketing strategy, author reputation, etc., which will affect book sales. Now, Qiao Zhiguo can only expect this book to have a good sales volume.

"Joe, this book has not been finished yet? I wonder when the subsequent story will be written?"

Lawrence asked curiously.

"Yes, this is just the first one, I'm going to write three. The second one has basically been conceived. If the first one sells well, the second one can be written soon."

Qiao Zhiguo's words made Lawrence laugh.

Lawrence also finished watching the first part. He is also looking forward to the subsequent plot. It is obvious that the story of the first part has not been finished, leaving a lot of suspense.

This is what Lawrence hopes to see. If the first one sells well, let alone the second and third ones in the next. The advantages of the series are here. As long as the first one becomes famous, the subsequent series does not require too much marketing, which is enough to make readers pay.

The cooperation was pleasant, and Lawrence did not stay too much.

The contract has been won, and all he has to do is go back to type, print, promote, and see how the market reacts.

This time, "The Hunger Games" is launched at the same time as both physical books and e-books. As for the final sales, it can only be determined by the market reaction.

However, Lawrence still looks forward to this book. After all, the quality of this book is quite good. Generally, the sales of good books will not be too bad.
Chapter completed!