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Best Keywords for Thriller KDP Books
10 high-traffic keywords for thriller books on Amazon KDP. Use these to boost visibility and sales.
Top Thriller Keywords
| Keyword | Search Volume | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| thriller books | High | Low |
| psychological thriller | High | Low |
| domestic thriller | High | Low |
| suspense thriller kindle | High | Medium |
| mystery thriller | High | Medium |
| crime thriller books | High | Medium |
| serial killer thriller | High | Medium |
| page turner thriller | High | Medium |
| twisty thriller | High | Medium |
| revenge thriller | High | Medium |
Best Amazon Categories for Thriller
- →Kindle eBooks > Mystery, Thriller & Suspense > Thriller
- →Kindle eBooks > Mystery, Thriller & Suspense > Suspense
- →Kindle eBooks > Literature & Fiction > Genre Fiction > Psychological
- →Books > Mystery & Thriller > Thriller & Suspense
Select 2 categories when publishing on KDP for maximum reach.
Keyword Tips for Thriller 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.