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Word Count Ranges by Genre

The ranges below are based on research, as well as feedback provided by multiple literary agents and editors.

Middle Grade: 20,000 — 60,000
Young Adult: 55,000 — 90,000
Romance: 70,000 — 100,000
Mystery & Thriller: 80,000 — 110,000
Literary Fiction: 80,000 — 110,000
Sci-Fi & Fantasy: 80,000 — 120,000