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Infographic: average book word counts. One of the first issues to address is the desired word count of the book. That determines everything from the ghostwriting fee to the outline they’ll need for their manuscript. Frankly, this guide is just for information. Use it to improve your writing if it helps. Use it to make your book more saleable or effective. Use it to make creative decisions and business decisions, if you wish.