Determining what type of fiction a specific person might enjoy involves a combination of observation and understanding of human needs. While stereotypes based on gender or appearance can provide initial insights—such as assuming a man might prefer westerns or a woman romance novels—these assumptions can be misleading. Engaging in casual conversation can help uncover a person's true interests, although this approach can be challenging, especially in a cold-reading context. Profiling based on external cues like clothing or body language is seen as unreliable for most personality types, as it often leads to generalizations that may not hold true. Instead, focusing on the unmet needs of individuals, as outlined in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, can provide a more systematic approach to identifying suitable fiction. This method emphasizes understanding deeper motivations rather than relying solely on superficial traits.