Just a suggestion...

For much more in-depth responses, critiques and opinions try posting some of your work here in the forum either as an image, or a link to a gallery image. I think you will find that the general discourse is better overall.

As to the "Hot 20"...
IMHO, it really doesn't mean anything, people who are obsessed with making it there should probably re-assess there goals as an artist.

of course that is just one person's opinion.