The amount of RMB per 1,000 words for a novel depended on many factors, such as the genre, subject matter, popularity, word count, publishing company, time of publication, and so on. Usually, the remuneration for a novel was calculated based on the number of words written. The more words written, the higher the remuneration. Different types of novels had different royalties. For example, some novels might only cost a few thousand words while others might cost millions of words. Other novels may already be published or aired, so the royalties may vary. To determine how much a novel would cost per 1,000 words, it was best to consult the publishing company or author to understand their specific conditions and charging standards.