The 'Describe Yourself Like a Male Author Would' meme trend emerged as a sharp satirical critique of the 'male gaze' in literature, where female characters are often described using bizarrely sexualized metaphors or unrealistic physical attributes. Gaining significant traction on platforms like Twitter, TikTok, and Tumblr, the meme challenges users to write self-descriptions that mimic the flowery, often nonsensical prose found in novels written by men who struggle to write women authentically. Common tropes include comparing eyes to orbs, skin to porcelain, or describing mundane movements in overly sensual ways. It serves as both a hilarious internet challenge and a sharp commentary on gendered perspectives in the publishing world.