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cromag · 12-13-2015, 01:03 AM

Honestly, my ideal book length is in the 50,000 to 70,000 word length. I don't like making a commitment to a longer book that I might not enjoy.

Also, I tend to be suspicious of really long books -- many of which could stand to have their word length reduced through judicious (and much needed) editing. I can't support that with any industry studies -- it's just my impression.

12-13-2015, 01:03 AM	#5
cromag Surfin the alpha waves ~~ Posts: 26,416 Karma: 459765791 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: New Jersey Device: Jetbook Lite & Mini, Nook STR, Kobo, Hanvon N516, Kindle 2, Androids	Honestly, my ideal book length is in the 50,000 to 70,000 word length. I don't like making a commitment to a longer book that I might not enjoy. Also, I tend to be suspicious of really long books -- many of which could stand to have their word length reduced through judicious (and much needed) editing. I can't support that with any industry studies -- it's just my impression.