'Every word has come back to haunt me': China cracks down on women who write gay erotica

China is cracking down on women who write gay erotica, particularly on the platform Haitang Literature City, known for its "danmei" genre. Dozens of writers have been arrested, facing charges under China's pornography law for producing and distributing obscene material. The crackdown has sparked support and debate online, highlighting the challenges faced by female authors creating this subversive content in a culture where female sexual desire is policed. Critics are concerned about the age of authors and the explicit content in danmei novels, which have faced increasing scrutiny as Beijing aims to promote traditional family values and address declining birth rates.