1. What Is the Novel Page Count Calculator?

The Novel Page Count Calculator estimates the number of pages in a manuscript based on word count, using the standard industry conversion of approximately 300 words per page.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the simple formula:

Where:

• \( Word\ Count \) — Total number of words in your manuscript
• \( 300 \) — Average words per page in standard manuscript format

Explanation: This calculation provides an estimate of how many pages your novel would be in standard manuscript format (12pt Times New Roman, double-spaced, 1-inch margins).

3. Importance of Page Count Estimation

Details: Knowing your approximate page count helps with manuscript formatting, meeting publisher requirements, and estimating printing costs. Different genres have different expected lengths.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your total word count (from your word processor's word count feature) to get an estimated page count. For more accurate results, format a sample page to count exact words per page for your specific formatting.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why 300 words per page?
A: This is the industry standard for manuscript formatting (double-spaced, 12pt font). Actual published books will have different word counts per page.

Q2: How does this compare to published books?
A: Published novels typically have 250-400 words per page depending on trim size, font, and spacing. Manuscript pages ≠ final book pages.

Q3: What's the average novel length?
A: Most novels are 70,000-100,000 words (233-333 manuscript pages). Genre expectations vary - check publisher guidelines.

Q4: Does formatting affect page count?
A: Yes! Single spacing, larger fonts, or wider margins will decrease words per page. Always follow submission guidelines.

Q5: Should I worry about exact page count?
A: For submissions, word count matters more than page count. Publishers will reformat manuscripts to their standards.