I've been thinking about writing a couple of guidebooks mostly on the outdoors, i.e. great places to fish, hunt, hike, and things like that. Is there are required number of pages? I want to make it user friendly, easy to read, and follow (not big and bulky). Thanks...see ya!
How many pages is required for a guidebook?
(3 posts) (3 voices)
-
Good question. Most guidebooks are over 100 pages. I think it will depend on the content and how far you want to take your book. You may include maps and photos in your guidebook. Find guidebooks that you like and use them as your guide (no pun intended).
Posted 9 months ago # -
Guidebooks can be as big (or little) as you want them to be. I self-publish guidebooks on travel in China, and they've ranged from 20 to 68 pages. I don't go in for hotel or restaurant listings, nor the heavy detail that the majors do. I don't have to, as my guides are meant to be supplements to those. If you're hoping to find a traditional publisher, they may have their own length requirements.
Posted 9 months ago #
Reply
You must log in to post.