Niven is an uncommonly occurring given name for males but a very prominent surname for both adults and children (#19272 out of 150436, Top 13%). (2000 U.S. Census). Shown below is the baby name popularity of Niven for boys.
So, what length is the right one for a book? The average nonfiction book, if such a thing exists, runs about 50,000 to 75,000 words, but this can vary depending upon category. Biographies, for example, can run 200,000 words.
Book type: general nonfiction. Trim size (Book size): 5âx 8â, 5.5âx 8.5â, 5.83â³x 8.27â³/A5, 6âx 9â. Paper type available: crÃ¨me or white. The most popular size today is 6âx 9â, for both paperbacks and hardcovers. The extra room allows room for more complex layout requirements such as tables, pull quotes, lists and diagrams.