Pages to words
How many words is a 400-page book?
A 400-page book holds about 116,000 words at 6 x 9 in (11 pt), and between 70,000 and 253,000 words depending on trim size and type.
116,000words at 6 x 9 in
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Words in a 400-page book by trim size
| Trim | 10 pt | 11 pt | 12 pt |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 x 8 in | 100,000 | 84,000 | 70,000 |
| 5.5 x 8.5 in | 123,000 | 101,000 | 88,000 |
| 6 x 9 in | 137,000 | 116,000 | 98,000 |
| 6.14 x 9.21 in | 147,000 | 122,000 | 104,000 |
| 7 x 10 in | 188,000 | 158,000 | 132,000 |
| 8.5 x 11 in | 253,000 | 216,000 | 184,000 |
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 romantasy, fantasy, epic fantasy, science fiction, space opera, historical fiction, biography, popular history.