Free Amazon KDP Category Finder & Explorer
Search thousands of Amazon KDP categories to discover low-competition niches, check sales required for #1, and pick the perfect browse paths.
| Category Browse Path | Daily Sales for #1 | Daily Sales for #10 | Competition | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Memoirs Books > Biographies & Memoirs > Memoirs | ~380 | ~45 | High |
How to use this kdp category finder
- Type a keyword, genre, or topic (e.g., 'memoir', 'fantasy', 'self help', 'crypto') into the category search box.
- Filter by book segment: All Books, Kindle Store, or Audible Audiobooks.
- Browse the matching Amazon category paths and check the required sales for #1 and #10.
- Copy your chosen category browse paths directly into your Amazon KDP dashboard or request them via KDP support.
Why Choosing the Right KDP Category Matters
Selecting the right category is the single fastest way to earn an Amazon '#1 Best Seller' orange badge. Highly generic categories (like 'General Nonfiction' or 'Literary Fiction') require hundreds of sales per day to rank on the front page. In contrast, specific niche subcategories often require only 3 to 10 sales per day to claim the top spot, granting your book immediate visual credibility and algorithmic search promotion.
How to Put Your Book in Up to 10 KDP Categories
During book setup, Amazon KDP allows you to choose 3 categories. However, you can email Amazon KDP Support through your author portal and request up to 10 relevant browse paths for your book by providing the exact category path strings. This increases your book's visibility across multiple browsing reader audiences.
Evaluating Category Competition: Sales to #1 vs Sales to #10
When evaluating categories, always check the sales required for rank #10 in addition to #1. A category where the #1 book is a viral outlier with rank #500, but the #10 book has rank #80,000, represents a prime opportunity where moderate sales will secure front-page category placement.
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