what is hot

This is my opinion, but you will notice that it effects both what books I love and the books that I write. You can argue with me about whether or not I know what is sexy in a heroine for a male reader.


Heroes are hot when they are:

1. respectful/attentive

2. readers and writers (poetry is always hot)

3. witty conversationalists

4. deeply good

5. flexible, but with conviction

6. daring/courageous (plenty of action)

7. have a sense of humor (though I tend to prefer a quirky one)

8. notice beauty in ordinary things

9. kind to small children


Heroines are hot when they are:

1. elusive

2. curvaceous

3. Not overly concerned with appearance

4. happy

5. ambitious

6. aggressive in pursuit of what they want

7. clear and open in communication (not manipulative)

8. not helpless


What do you find sexy in your heroes and heroines?

Happy Valentine's Day #5