Pages to words
How many words is a 300-page book?
A 300-page book holds about 88,000 words at 6 x 9 in (11 pt), and between 54,000 and 191,000 words depending on trim size and type.
88,000words at 6 x 9 in
6 h 10 minto read
0.68 inspine (white)
Words in a 300-page book by trim size
| Trim | 10 pt | 11 pt | 12 pt |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 x 8 in | 77,000 | 64,000 | 54,000 |
| 5.5 x 8.5 in | 94,000 | 77,000 | 66,000 |
| 6 x 9 in | 104,000 | 88,000 | 74,000 |
| 6.14 x 9.21 in | 112,000 | 93,000 | 79,000 |
| 7 x 10 in | 142,000 | 120,000 | 100,000 |
| 8.5 x 11 in | 191,000 | 162,000 | 138,000 |
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, women's fiction, mystery, thriller & suspense, crime fiction, romance, historical romance, urban fantasy.