Pages to words
How many words is a 250-page book?
A 250-page book holds about 73,000 words at 6 x 9 in (11 pt), and between 45,000 and 158,000 words depending on trim size and type.
73,000words at 6 x 9 in
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Words in a 250-page book by trim size
| Trim | 10 pt | 11 pt | 12 pt |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 x 8 in | 63,000 | 53,000 | 45,000 |
| 5.5 x 8.5 in | 77,000 | 63,000 | 55,000 |
| 6 x 9 in | 86,000 | 73,000 | 62,000 |
| 6.14 x 9.21 in | 92,000 | 77,000 | 65,000 |
| 7 x 10 in | 117,000 | 98,000 | 83,000 |
| 8.5 x 11 in | 158,000 | 134,000 | 114,000 |
Fiction with chapter openings and front/back matter; dense nonfiction holds about 10% more.
Which books are this long?
At 6 x 9 in, this is a typical length for literary fiction, mystery, cozy mystery, romance, westerns, magical realism, action & adventure, humorous fiction.