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Johannesburg: Amazon KDP category data
Amazon Books Best Sellers data for Johannesburg, updated Nov 2, 2026: median price $13.99, median 1 reviews, average rating 3.8 and a KDPTop opportunity score of 21/100 (highly competitive).
| Price range (middle 50%) | $11.97 – $16.99 |
|---|---|
| Average rating | 3.8 |
| New releases (90 days) | 4% |
| Books on the list | 90 |
| Store | Books |
What stands out
- Its median reviews are 3% of the parent category South Africa (29), one of the easier corners under it.
- Its review barrier is lower than in 99% of Books categories: the median best seller has only 1 reviews, so new books can chart with few.
- Only 4% of its best sellers are under 90 days old, fewer than in 75% of Books categories: established titles hold the list.
Top 10 Johannesburg best sellers
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SOUTH AFRICA TRAVEL GUIDE 2026–2027: The Essential Planner for Cape Town, Johannesburg, Durban & Safari Adventures with Itineraries, Budget Tips, Safety Advice & Hidden Gems.
by Elara Bennett
- List rank#1
- Price$3.99
- Rating4.7
- Reviews4
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Fodor's Essential South Africa: with the Best Safari Destinations and Wine Regions (Full-color Travel Guide)
- List rank#2
- Price$20.99
- Rating4.6
- Reviews91
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Lonely Planet South Africa, Lesotho & Eswatini: Plan the Trip of a Lifetime | Detailed Itineraries & Maps | Insider Tips | Covers Kruger National ... Johannesburg, Gauteng and more (Travel Guide)
by Lucy Corne
- List rank#3
- Price$19.80
- Rating4.1
- Reviews41
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Once We Were Sisters: A Memoir
by Sheila Kohler
- List rank#4
- Price$8.99
- Rating3.9
- Reviews875
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Six Years a Hostage: The Extraordinary Story of the Longest-Held Al Qaeda Captive in the World
by Stephen McGown
- List rank#5
- Price-
- Rating4.4
- Reviews222
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South Africa - Culture Smart!: The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture
by Isabella Morris
- List rank#6
- Price$14.99
- Rating4.2
- Reviews95
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Cape Town Travel Guide 2027: Insider Tips, Hidden Gems, Local Culture, Winelands, Beaches, Table Mountain, Johannesburg, Durban, Safari Adventures, Maps & Itineraries
by Jeanette R. Wilson
- List rank#7
- Price$15.99
- Reviews-
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JOHANNESBURG TRAVEL GUIDE 2026 2027: Top Things to Do, Iconic Attractions, Itineraries, Safety Tips, Food & Nightlife, Maps, Hotels, Day Trips and ... for First Time Travelers in south Africa
by JOHN J. EMMANUEL
- List rank#8
- Price$17.99
- Reviews-
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National Geographic Traveler: South Africa, 3rd Edition
by Richard Whitaker
- List rank#9
- Price$13.99
- Rating4.4
- Reviews81
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Highveld Ways: Recollections of life in Johannesburg in the 1990s (The African Ways series Book 3)
by Valerie Poore
- List rank#10
- Price$2.99
- Rating4.4
- Reviews221
FAQ
Is Johannesburg a good niche for Amazon KDP?
Its KDPTop opportunity score is 21/100, which makes it highly competitive. The median best seller has 1 reviews and sells for $13.99.
How many reviews do you need to rank in Johannesburg?
The median best seller has 1 reviews, and 100% of them have fewer than 100.
What do Johannesburg best sellers cost?
The median price is $13.99; half of the best sellers are priced between $11.97 and $16.99.
Can new books break into Johannesburg?
4% of the current best sellers were released in the last 90 days.
About this data
Data comes from KDPTop's daily crawl of Amazon's public Best Sellers pages; medians use the latest list. The opportunity score (0–100, higher is easier to enter) combines the review barrier, the share of low-review books, list turnover, new-release share and price.