Chapter 72 Writers Association and Federation of Literary and Art Circles

"Why? Not interested in the Writers Association?"

Seeing Li Changhe sitting there without saying anything, Liu Jianqing asked in surprise.

This kid, doesn't he want to join the Writers Association?
"I'm telling you, don't underestimate the Writers Association. Even if you graduate from college and have a formal job, you will still have many benefits as a writer certified by the Writers Association."

Liu Jianqing tactfully persuaded Li Changhe.

Li Changhe shook his head: "No, I just thought of something else. Is the Writers Association still part of the Federation of Literary and Art Circles?"

The Federation of Literary and Art Circles, or the National Federation of Literary and Art Circles, is a group directly led by the state and serves as a link and bridge between the state and the literary and art circles.

Li Changhe remembers that associations such as the Writers Association, the Quyi Association, and the Film Association were all under the jurisdiction of the Federation of Literary and Art Circles.

But there is a difference here, that is, the status of the Writers Association is particularly high within the Federation of Literary and Art Circles, similar to the difference between the capital of a province and other regions.

Li Changhe clearly remembers that in the future the status of the Writers Association will be further elevated to the same level as the Federation of Literary and Art Circles, and many chairmen of the Writers Association will also serve as chairmen of the Federation of Literary and Art Circles.

The reason why Li Changhe has expanded so much is not because of anything else, but because the Federation of Literary and Art Circles has continued to spread to other industries in the literary and art circles.

For example, the Chinese Film Association, which of course is still probably called the Chinese Film Workers Association.

Apart from other things, of the three major domestic awards in the future, except for the Huabiao Award which is awarded by the government, the other three awards, the Golden Rooster Award and the Hundred Flowers Award, will be awarded by the Federation of Literary and Art Circles and the China Film Association.

In the 1980s in China, the Federation of Literary and Art Circles and its subordinate units will still play a vital role.

It was not until the 1990s, when the country liberalized on a larger scale, that the color of these institutions gradually faded, but it was only slightly faded and their influence still exists.

As the country began to reform and open up in the 1990s, Li Changhe connected the future of advertising, film and television, audio-visual media, and even future cinema chains and commercial real estate.

In the early days of reform, those who could obtain various industry access certificates from the state must be those people or institutions that had close ties with official agencies.

Writers Association, Federation of Literary and Art Circles, Film Association, and film and television circles!

In an instant, Li Changhe outlined a channel in his mind that could develop step by step from top to bottom along the timeline.

The novel writing circle is not big, but the entire cultural, artistic, film and television industry in the future will be a super big pie.

The most important thing is that, apart from the industry plate of the film and television industry itself, the additional effects it brings are also extremely obvious.

For example, future brand value enhancement and promotion, market expansion, etc.

Li Changhe himself may not have the time to deal with this, but he can definitely help his wife Zhu Lin plan it.

Apart from anything else, if Zhang Guangnian became the secretary of the Writers Association, his rank would at least be that of a deputy cloth official!

While Li Changhe was thinking, Liu Jianqing also said with a smile: "How should I put it? The relationship between the Writers Association and the Federation of Literary and Art Circles is quite complicated."

"Let me explain it to you roughly. The Federation of Literary and Art Circles was established by literary and art workers in the early days. It is similar to the Women's Federation and the CPPCC."

"The Federation of Literary and Art Circles used to have an organization called Wenxie, which was the Literary Workers Association. Later, this association was reorganized into the Writers Association, but the Writers Association is under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Culture."

"However, the Writers Association and the Federation of Literary and Art Circles have a close relationship. In fact, it is still a situation where you are in me and I am in you. Just like now, the literary and artistic preparation group is actually preparing for both the Federation of Literary and Art Circles and the Writers Association at the same time."

After hearing Liu Jianqing's popular science explanation, Li Changhe finally understood.

"That's it, I understand."

"There are not too many literary and artistic workers across the country, but not too few either. Once you join the Writers Association, we will have the opportunity to meet our colleagues in Beijing frequently."

Liu Jianqing spoke seriously to Li Changhe at this time.

Li Changhe nodded: "No problem, I will join the Writers Association as soon as it is restored."

Apart from anything else, throughout the 1980s, the aura of writers was still very strong, especially for writers from the Writers Association.

"Well, I'm here to submit a manuscript. Take a look at this one."

Li Changhe then took out the manuscript from his bag and handed it to Liu Jianqing. Liu Jianqing took it, glanced at it, and then put it down.

"I know your level, just leave it here."

“But let’s make a deal. Even if you write less later, you still have to give priority to our People’s Literature. Given our relationship, you can’t give it to someone else first.”

Liu Jianqing said to Li Changhe at this time.

There was no way. Liu Jianqing had already foreseen that once the Federation of Literary and Art Circles and the Writers Association were restored, a large number of competitors would emerge.

Apart from anything else, he heard that the People's Literature Publishing House next door was about to launch its own literary magazine, something called "Contemporary"

In addition, Beijing Publishing House seems to be launching its own magazine as well. An old editor there has always wanted to create a new magazine called "October".

The name of "October" is inspired by the major events of October the year before last. I heard that in addition to the Beijing Publishing House, there is also a group of people in Shandong Province who are interested in "October". I just don't know who will eventually own this "October" magazine.

But no matter what, once these magazines are launched, they will be the most direct competitors of People's Literature.

What the magazine lacks most is definitely good content and good authors.

Authors like Li Changhe who consistently produce high-quality manuscripts are bound to be the ones that all magazines strive to attract.

So Liu Jianqing had no choice but to be careful and give Li Changhe a shot of prevention in advance.

"Okay, when I have the manuscript, I will definitely show it to you first!"

Li Changhe readily agreed.

Needless to say, among all his royalties, People's Literature contributed the most, and gave him the highest fee right from the start, which made one of his articles popular all over the country and also helped him get his publication done.

Just for this favor, Li Changhe gave priority to People's Literature.

"Once you make a promise, you can't go back on it."

Liu Jianqing spoke seriously to Li Changhe at this time.

Li Changhe smiled and said, "Don't worry, I'll keep my word."

"By the way, if I have time in a few days, I will treat you and Editor-in-Chief Zhang to a meal."

Li Changhe then took the opportunity to invite him.

"Hmm? Treat us to a meal? Congratulations on your admission to university?"

Liu Jianqing joked with a smile.

Li Changhe shook his head: "No, I'm getting married!"

"Wait until I set a time, then please meet with Editor-in-Chief Zhang."

After Li Changhe's rebirth, his social circle was very small, and Zhang Guangnian and Liu Jianqing were the first two people he got to know.

Besides, Zhang Guangnian and Liu Jianqing did take a risk when they published his manuscript. No matter what other people were thinking, Li Changhe acknowledged the favor.

So when you get married, inviting both of you to dinner is also a way of expressing your love.

"It's that very beautiful girl from last time."

"You have good taste, boy. The girl's appearance is one of the best in the whole capital."

"Okay, when I meet Lao Zhang later I'll tell him I'm waiting to attend your wedding."

Liu Jianqing agreed readily.

(End of this chapter)