GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024
Book Page Count Statistics
The majority of books have page counts ranging from 200 to 400 pages, with non-fiction books typically having higher page counts than fiction books.
In this post, we will explore various statistics related to book page counts across different genres and formats. From the typical word count per page in print books to the average length of nonfiction and fiction works, these insights offer a glimpse into the diverse landscape of publishing. Whether you’re curious about the page count of New York Times bestsellers or the average length of children’s books, this analysis sheds light on the numbers behind the stories.
Statistic 1
"A typical mid-quality print book uses about 340 words per page."
Statistic 2
"For novels, the typical word count per page is approximately 250-300 words, leading to 300-400 pages."
Statistic 3
"The average print length for a nonfiction book tends to be between 50,000 and 60,000 words or 200-240 pages."
Statistic 4
"The average ebook page count varies but is usually shorter than printed books at 20-200 pages."
Statistic 5
"Average Non-fiction books, (think self-help, business, health, etc.) can be anywhere from 30,000 (120 pages) to 70,000 (280 pages) words."
Statistic 6
"A typical mystery novel page count is between 60,000 and 80,000 words, roughly translating to 240-320 pages."
Statistic 7
"A print book typically uses about 350-400 words per page."
Statistic 8
"The shortest novel on the New York Times bestsellers list, 'Old Man and the Sea,' had 26,601 words or about 106 pages."
Statistic 9
"The average page count for Pulitzer Prize for Fiction winners from 1948 to 2015 is around 400 pages."
Statistic 10
"Science fiction and fantasy novels often have a page count ranging from 90,000 to 125,000 words, approximately 360-500 pages."
Statistic 11
"New adult novels typically run between 60,000-85,000 words, or about 240-340 pages."
Statistic 12
"The general rule of thumb with children's books is 32 pages because books are printed in 8-page sections."
Jannik Lindner
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