It's difficult to say if they are common. There could be a lot of guys who have had such an experience but are too shy or afraid to talk about it. Also, society's view on same - sex activities can greatly influence how often these stories are shared or even occur. Some places are more progressive and might make it seem more prevalent, but overall it's a complex matter that involves personal, social, and cultural aspects.
Sharing such stories is highly inappropriate and disrespectful. Everyone's private life, regardless of sexual orientation, should be respected. Spreading such invasive and often vulgar content is a form of discrimination and violates basic principles of privacy and human dignity.
Well, their intelligence is a big factor. A nerdy hero is usually smart, which gives a different kind of charm. Their shyness adds to it because it means they might not be as smooth as a typical romantic lead. So when they do show their feelings, it seems more genuine. In 'Fangirl' the male lead is a nerdy writer who is shy in his own way, and his intellectual side combined with his shyness makes for an appealing character in the romance.
The common traits include being introverted. They are more comfortable in their own company or with a small group of friends. Their nerdy side might manifest as being a bit clumsy in non - academic or non - hobby - related situations. For example, they could be great at math but trip over their own feet at a party. Their shyness also means they are slow to open up about their feelings, which adds an element of mystery and anticipation in the romance novel.
Yes, 'Eleanor & Park' by Rainbow Rowell is also a great choice. Park is a bit of a shy hero. He's into alternative music and comics, which makes him nerdy in a cool way. The relationship between Eleanor, who has her own set of troubles, and Park develops gradually and beautifully over shared interests like reading comics on the school bus.
Often, the hero has to be the one to break the ice a bit more. The nerdy heroine might be too shy to make the first move. They develop relationships through small, meaningful interactions. Maybe they start by helping each other with schoolwork or a project. As they spend more time together, they get to know each other's personalities better. And as the heroine becomes more comfortable, she starts to show her true self and her feelings for the hero become deeper.
Definitely not. It involves inappropriate and private sexual matters that violate social ethics and good taste. There are so many other positive things to talk about like hobbies, achievements, and cultural experiences.