1. What Is Amazon Page Count?

Amazon page count refers to the number of pages a book will have when published through Amazon's Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) platform. This count affects printing costs, pricing, and reader expectations about book length.

2. How Page Count Is Calculated

The calculator uses the standard novel page count formula:

Where:

• Word Count — Total number of words in your manuscript
• 300 — Average words per page for novels

Explanation: This estimation assumes standard novel formatting (5×8 or 6×9 trim size, 12pt font, double-spaced). Actual page count may vary based on formatting choices.

3. Why Page Count Matters

Details: Page count affects production costs, retail pricing, and reader perception. Amazon uses page count to calculate printing costs for paperback books and to determine KDP Select page reads for eBooks.

4. Using The Calculator

Tips: Enter your total word count (from your word processor's word count feature). For most accurate results, use your final edited manuscript word count.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Is 300 words per page accurate for all books?
A: It's an average. Dense nonfiction might have 400+ words/page, while dialogue-heavy fiction might have 250. Formatting choices also affect this.

Q2: How does Amazon calculate page count for eBooks?
A: Amazon uses "KENPC" (Kindle Edition Normalized Page Count), which differs from print page counts and is based on their proprietary algorithm.

Q3: What's the average page count for novels?
A: Typically 200-400 pages (60,000-120,000 words). Romance novels tend to be shorter (50-80k words), while fantasy often longer (80-150k words).

Q4: Does font size affect page count?
A: Yes, larger fonts create more pages. Amazon's standard is 12pt for 6×9 books. Always check KDP formatting guidelines.

Q5: How accurate is this calculator?
A: It provides a good estimate, but your actual page count may vary by ±15% based on your specific formatting and content.