Pages to words
How many words is a 800-page book?
A 800-page book holds about 223,000 words at 6 x 9 in (11 pt), and between 133,000 and 399,000 words depending on trim size and type.
223,000words at 6 x 9 in
15 h 37 minto read
1.8 inspine (white)
Words in a 800-page book by trim size
| Trim | 10 pt | 11 pt | 12 pt |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 x 8 in | 191,000 | 159,000 | 133,000 |
| 5.5 x 8.5 in | 235,000 | 193,000 | 167,000 |
| 6 x 9 in | 263,000 | 223,000 | 188,000 |
| 6.14 x 9.21 in | 284,000 | 236,000 | 200,000 |
| 7 x 10 in | 366,000 | 307,000 | 257,000 |
| 8.5 x 11 in | 399,000 | 399,000 | 360,000 |
Fiction with chapter openings and front/back matter; dense nonfiction holds about 10% more.
Which books are this long?
This is outside the usual range for full-length genre fiction.