How Long Is 800 Words

Around 160 words tends to hit 800 characters, provided you're using shorter words and fair punctuation.

A mad novel reader, I fulfilled, but writing anything more than two hundred pages on a word processor can either baffle or bemuse some people. If we assume that you are using standard format rules such as 12 pt Times New Roman typeface and double spaced lines then a 3 page job will require around 800 words. But this might vary, depending on the length of your paragraphs and how you organize your work.

That's really an interesting question! What is the fear of long words called? Actually, it’s called ‘hippopotomonstrosesquipedaliophobia’. Isn’t it amazing that the word to describe the fear of long words is just so long! Due to the strange meaning and length involved, the term is often used humorously.

As someone who devours fantasy novels like they're going out of style, I've noticed that word counts can vary wildly depending on the subgenre and author. Epic fantasies like 'The Way of Kings' by Brandon Sanderson often hit around 380,000 words, while lighter fare like 'The Hobbit' sits closer to 95,000. Most traditional publishers consider 90,000 to 120,000 words the sweet spot for debut authors, but established writers can get away with longer manuscripts. I remember picking up 'The Name of the Wind' and being shocked by its 250,000+ word count, yet it never felt bloated. Self-published works sometimes push past 200,000 words, especially in progression fantasy circles where readers crave extensive world-building.

I recently finished reading 'Famous Last Words', and it’s a gripping novel that spans around 350 pages. The length feels just right for the story—it’s detailed enough to build a rich world but doesn’t drag on. The pacing keeps you hooked, especially with the twists and turns in the plot. I found it perfect for a weekend read, where you can dive in and finish it without feeling rushed. The author does a great job balancing character development and suspense, making those 350 pages fly by. If you’re into mystery and drama, this length is ideal to immerse yourself fully.

When I first stumbled across 'Gadsby' I was blown away by the gimmick: an entire novel written without the letter 'e'. That constraint makes the book feel both clever and oddly spare. In terms of raw length, the commonly cited figure is about 50,110 words — most references round it to roughly fifty thousand words. Page count depends a lot on the edition and typeface, but most printings sit in the neighborhood of 250–280 pages. Beyond the numbers, what matters is how that word count translates into reading time and texture. For me, fifty thousand words usually equals a solid afternoon or two of reading at a relaxed pace; with the lipogram constraint, sentences sometimes read slower because the vocabulary choices are unusual. If you’re curious about comparisons, 'Gadsby' is shorter than many modern novels but substantial enough to feel like a full narrative experiment. It’s a quirky, fun read if you enjoy linguistic puzzles — grab a comfy chair and a sense of amusement.

I've been obsessed with 'These Is My Words' since I first read it, and I've dug deep into Nancy E. Turner's works to find out. The book technically doesn't have a direct sequel continuing Sarah's story, but Turner wrote two companion novels that expand the universe. 'Sarah's Quilt' picks up Sarah's life years later with new challenges on her Arizona ranch, while 'The Star Garden' follows her into old age. They aren't traditional sequels but rather standalone stories that enrich the original narrative. If you loved Sarah's voice, these give more of her tough-as-nails perspective on frontier life. The writing style stays just as vivid, though the tone matures as Sarah does.

I've been obsessed with analyzing word counts in literature ever since I had to write my first 1,000-word essay back in school. Counting words might seem tedious, but it's become second nature to me now. I'll sometimes catch myself estimating the length of a 'Dragon Ball Z' manga chapter (around 3,500 words) or comparing it to a typical 'One Piece' arc (way denser, maybe 5,000+). My friends think it's weird, but knowing these details helps me appreciate the pacing differences between mediums. A tight 500-word short story can hit harder than a bloated 100k novel if every word earns its place. Digital tools make counting effortless now, but I still enjoy the tactile process with physical books - averaging words per line, lines per page. It's meditative. The longest single-volume novel I've counted was 'Battle Royale' at around 160k words, which explains why my wrists hurt holding it up. Video game scripts fascinate me too - 'Final Fantasy VII Remake' has about 500k words across all dialogue, more than 'War and Peace'. That's not fluff, that's world-building.