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Can anyone write a light novel?

Is it possible to write a light, anime novel? Yes, since a light novel is is a style of Japanese novel primarily targeting middle- and high-school students (young adult demographic).

How long does it take to write a light novel?

The average time to write a book for most authors is 180 days, or 6 months, more or less. Usually, it takes authors anywhere from 4-8 months to complete a book.

How long is a novel?

If you're writing your first novel, the general rule of thumb for novel writing is a word count in the 80,000 to 100,000 range. While anything over 40,000 words can fall into the novel category, 50,000 is considered the minimum novel length. Anything over 110,000 words is considered too long for a fiction novel.

What is the difference between a story book and a novel?

Book refers to the published account containing information specific to the subject, printed on a set of pages which are held together between paperback. Conversely, a novel is a well-written fictional work, written in order to fascinate and entertain the readers with a story.

How much money do light novel authors make?

The national average salary for a novelist is $49,046 per year. This figure can vary from $15,080 to $127,816 per year, depending on experience, the writing subject matter, contract terms and book sales.

Why are books called novels?

The word “novel” comes from the Latin word “novella” which means “new things” which was adapted in the French word “nouvelle” and the Italian word “novella” which means “short story.” It was first used in the English language in the 1560s.