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Best Keywords for Dark Romance KDP Books
10 high-traffic keywords for dark romance books on Amazon KDP. Use these to boost visibility and sales.
Top Dark Romance Keywords
| Keyword | Search Volume | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| dark romance books | High | Low |
| possessive hero romance | High | Low |
| mafia romance | High | Low |
| captive romance books | High | Medium |
| morally gray romance | High | Medium |
| dark romance kindle unlimited | High | Medium |
| spicy dark romance | High | Medium |
| enemies to lovers dark | High | Medium |
| obsessive love story | High | Medium |
| alpha male dark romance | High | Medium |
Best Amazon Categories for Dark Romance
- →Kindle eBooks > Romance > Dark
- →Kindle eBooks > Romance > Suspense
- →Kindle eBooks > Romance > Crime
- →Books > Romance > Romantic Suspense
Select 2 categories when publishing on KDP for maximum reach.
Keyword Tips for Dark Romance Books
Title: Include your main keyword naturally in the title.
Subtitle: Add 2-3 trope keywords (e.g., "An Enemies to Lovers Romance").
Backend: Use all 7 keyword slots with long-tail variations.