Word count for famous novels, in ascending order by number of words. Based on this list compiled by Nicole Humphrey Cook. (Thanks Nicole, and sorry for stealing; I wanted to see the list in order.) For average word counts based on genre, see this handy reference. Also, here’s another list I may swipe and add in here.

Harry Potter Books

Philosopher’s Stone – 77,325

Chamber of Secrets – 84,799

Prisoner of Azkaban – 106,821

Goblet of Fire – 190,858

Order of the Phoenix – 257,154

Half Blood Prince – 169,441

Deathly Hallows – 198,227

Lord of the Rings

The Hobbit – 95,022

The Lord of the Rings – 455,125

The Two Towers – 143,436

The Return of the King – 134,462