Pages to words
How many words is a 200-page book?
A 200-page book holds about 57,000 words at 6 x 9 in (11 pt), and between 35,000 and 124,000 words depending on trim size and type.
57,000words at 6 x 9 in
3 h 59 minto read
0.45 inspine (white)
Words in a 200-page book by trim size
| Trim | 10 pt | 11 pt | 12 pt |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 x 8 in | 50,000 | 42,000 | 35,000 |
| 5.5 x 8.5 in | 61,000 | 50,000 | 44,000 |
| 6 x 9 in | 68,000 | 57,000 | 48,000 |
| 6.14 x 9.21 in | 73,000 | 61,000 | 52,000 |
| 7 x 10 in | 93,000 | 78,000 | 65,000 |
| 8.5 x 11 in | 124,000 | 106,000 | 90,000 |
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 westerns, short story collection, grief & loss, self-help, business & leadership, personal finance, essay collection, body, mind & spirit.