Category Overview
Kindle Store › Kindle eBooks › Literature & Fiction › Historical Fiction › Medieval
Competition Level
Low Competition
4/10
BSR Benchmarks
| Metric | Benchmark |
|---|---|
| BSR to reach Top 10 | < 2,000 |
| BSR to reach Top 100 | < 15,000 |
| Average Price | $4.99–$6.99 |
Medieval historical fiction crosses over with epic fantasy readership, giving it a wider discovery surface than other historical periods. Viking, Norman, and Arthurian settings are the top-performing sub-niches.
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 › Literature & Fiction › Historical Fiction › Medieval
- 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
- Viking and Norse settings have crossover appeal with fantasy readers
- Arthurian legend retelling is a reliable sub-niche with devoted readers
- Strong female protagonist in a medieval setting is a growing sub-niche