* Font size and style: Larger font sizes and wider margins will result in fewer words per page.
* Paper size: A standard 8.5" x 11" page will hold more words than a smaller format.
* Line spacing: Double-spaced text will have fewer words per page than single-spaced text.
* Chapter breaks and other formatting: Things like headings, blank pages, and illustrations can affect the page count.
General Estimates:
* Standard novel format: A 20,000-word novel might be around 80-100 pages if printed in a standard novel format (12-point font, double-spaced, standard margins).
* Manuscript format: A manuscript format (typically 12-point font, double-spaced, 1" margins) could result in a 100-120 page count.
The best way to determine the page count for your specific novel is to:
1. Choose your formatting: Decide on your desired font, size, margins, and line spacing.
2. Create a sample page: Type a few pages of your novel in your chosen format.
3. Count the words per page: Divide the total word count of your sample by the number of pages.
4. Calculate the total pages: Divide the total word count of your novel by the average words per page.
This will give you a more accurate estimate of how many pages your novel will be.