Category Overview
Kindle Store › Kindle eBooks › Comics › Superheroes
Competition Level
Low Competition
3/10
BSR Benchmarks
| Metric | Benchmark |
|---|---|
| BSR to reach Top 10 | < 3,000 |
| BSR to reach Top 100 | < 20,000 |
| Average Price | $2.99–$5.99 |
Indie superhero comics occupy a niche that the Big Two (Marvel/DC) largely ignore in terms of original indie stories. Diverse superhero representation and deconstruction of the genre are the most compelling indie angles.
How to List Your Book in This Category
- 1 Open your KDP Bookshelf and go to your book's details page.
- 2 Under "Categories", click Browse Categories.
- 3 Follow the path: Kindle Store › Kindle eBooks › Comics › Superheroes
- 4 If the subcategory is not selectable directly, contact KDP support for assistance.
- 5 You can hold up to 3 categories per book — use all three.
Tips for This Category
- Diverse superhero representation (disabled heroes, LGBTQ+ heroes) is under-served
- Deconstruction and subversion of superhero tropes attract literary-leaning readers
- Series with consistent release schedule builds stronger audience than standalone volumes