Pages to words
How many words is a 450-page book?
A 450-page book holds about 130,000 words at 6 x 9 in (11 pt), and between 79,000 and 285,000 words depending on trim size and type.
130,000words at 6 x 9 in
9 h 6 minto read
1.01 inspine (white)
Words in a 450-page book by trim size
| Trim | 10 pt | 11 pt | 12 pt |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 x 8 in | 113,000 | 95,000 | 79,000 |
| 5.5 x 8.5 in | 138,000 | 113,000 | 98,000 |
| 6 x 9 in | 154,000 | 130,000 | 110,000 |
| 6.14 x 9.21 in | 166,000 | 138,000 | 117,000 |
| 7 x 10 in | 212,000 | 178,000 | 149,000 |
| 8.5 x 11 in | 285,000 | 243,000 | 207,000 |
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 epic fantasy, space opera, textbooks & academic.