: What is the purpose of always locating/starting new chapters on odd pages? I notice that in every book I have always start a new chapter in an odd page and it leads me to wonder why. I

@Connie430

It's recommended to start new chapters on the recto page of a manuscript, as it establishes a predictable flow for the reader to follow. The resulting occasional blank pages are actually a part of establishing this rhythm, making the divisions between chapters even more distinct. This recommendation is listed in rule 1.48 requires login of the Chicago Manual of Style.

The recto page is considered the front of each leaf, and is the right-hand page when dealing left-to-right languages.

You can find interesting discussions on the various options and arguments for starting chapters at Five Rainbows and Ask MetaFilter.

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