With the explosion (excuse the expression!) of 'spicy' literature across the social media platforms and book stores, it is now customary to have a page of explainations of the content to 'warn' readers what to expect. Whether you prefer spicy or not, or something in the middle, there is a scale you can follow. As with all genres there is a wide range of diversity in setting and story, so find the stories that appeal to you, but maybe sometimes explore outside your norm.

Here are some explanations to help you decide on what you are comfortable reading, or would like to explore.

Low Spice

Keeps the content romantic and sweet. The story contains emotional connections, some tension and possibly a few kisses. however, absolutely no explicit scenes. The emotional journey is central to the story with a sprinkling of flirtation.

Medium Spice

These stories contain a balance of plot and passion with one or two open door scenes with moderate detail and heat level. For example my novels The Commodore's Gift, Life in Slake Patch, The Twesome Loop and Willow Tree Tears are at this level.

HIGH SPICE

The heat has increased with multipe open-door scenes described in vivid and detailed intimacy. The characters have sizzling chemistry and the spice level is central to the plot.

VERY HIGH SPICE

The novels contain explicit and steamy scenes with frequent intense open door scenes. No apologies are given for the content and the inclusion of alternative behavours by the characters.

As some of you know I am actually writing a spicy novel currently and using this list as a guide, I am thinking it is high spice! The working title and possibly final title is Turkish Seduction, so that may give you an idea.

What spice level do you read or are considering reading?