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Psychology (Social Science, Books): Amazon KDP category data
Amazon Books Best Sellers data for Psychology (Social Science, Books), updated Nov 2, 2026: median price $16.35, median 87 reviews, average rating 4.6 and a KDPTop opportunity score of 29/100 (highly competitive).
| Price range (middle 50%) | $13.85 – $18.99 |
|---|---|
| Average rating | 4.6 |
| New releases (90 days) | 10% |
| Books on the list | 100 |
| Store | Books |
What stands out
- Its median reviews are 30% of the parent category Social Science (292), one of the easier corners under it.
Top 10 Psychology best sellers
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Everything Teen Boys Should Know - 100+ Essential Life Skills, Strategies, and Insider Tips for Thriving in Your Teenage Years
- List rank#2
- Price$10.99
- Rating4.6
- Reviews2,138
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The DBT Skills Workbook for Teens: A Fun Guide to Manage Anxiety and Stress, Understand Your Emotions and Learn Effective Communication Skills (Therapy and Mental Health Books For Teens)
by Teen Thrive
- List rank#3
- Price$23.99
- Rating4.6
- Reviews1,943
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The All-In-One Guide To Raise Street-Smart Teen Girls: 250 Practical Lessons To Navigate Danger, Peer Pressure & Social Media While Building ... & Independence (Safety Books for Teens)
by Dana Loxley
- List rank#4
- Price$16.99
- Rating4.9
- Reviews41
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The Young Champion's Mind: How to Think, Train, and Thrive Like an Elite Athlete
by Jim Afremow PhD
- List rank#5
- Price$17.99
- Rating4.6
- Reviews428
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The Teen Girl's Survival Guide: Ten Tips for Making Friends, Avoiding Drama, and Coping with Social Stress (The Instant Help Solutions Series)
by Lucie Hemmen PhD
- List rank#6
- Price$15.85
- Rating4.6
- Reviews2,563
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What Can I Say? Illustrated Book for Smart Teens: A Guide to Conversation Confidence, Speaking Up, and Becoming a Good Friend in 30 Days with 100 Real-Life Examples, Even if You’re Shy (EQ Books)
by The Connection Squad
- List rank#7
- Price$11.99
- Rating4.8
- Reviews116
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The Anxiety Workbook for Teens: Activities to Help You Deal with Anxiety and Worry
by Lisa M. Schab LCSW
- List rank#8
- Price$20.50
- Rating4.6
- Reviews1,340
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Don't Let Your Emotions Run Your Life for Teens: Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills for Helping You Manage Mood Swings, Control Angry Outbursts, and Get Along with Others
by Sheri Van Dijk MSW
- List rank#9
- Price$21.95
- Rating4.6
- Reviews1,277
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Raise Children Street-Smart: Practical Strategies to Raise Confident, Aware, and Independent Kids Who Think for Themselves and Handle the Real World
by Claire Haddon
- List rank#10
- Price$16.95
- Rating4.6
- Reviews35
FAQ
Is Psychology a good niche for Amazon KDP?
Its KDPTop opportunity score is 29/100, which makes it highly competitive. The median best seller has 87 reviews and sells for $16.35.
How many reviews do you need to rank in Psychology?
The median best seller has 87 reviews, and 53% of them have fewer than 100.
What do Psychology best sellers cost?
The median price is $16.35; half of the best sellers are priced between $13.85 and $18.99.
Can new books break into Psychology?
10% 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.