* Font size and type: A larger font will take up more space on the page.
* Margins: Wider margins will mean fewer words per page.
* Line spacing: Double-spaced text will require more pages than single-spaced text.
* Page size: A standard novel uses 6x9 inches, but some books may be larger or smaller.
General Estimates:
* Single-spaced, 12pt font, standard margins: Around 250-300 pages.
* Double-spaced, 12pt font, standard margins: Around 500-600 pages.
To get a more precise estimate, you can:
1. Write a sample page: Type a page of your novel using the format you plan to use (font, spacing, etc.) and count the words.
2. Divide the total word count by the words per page: This will give you a rough estimate of the total page count.
Keep in mind that these are just estimates, and the final page count may vary slightly.