Moreover, it doesn’t stick to romance only but covers various other genres like fantasy, a slice of life, action, and even psychological thriller.īefore delving further into the topic, we should discuss a bit about the difference between Yaoi and Shounen-ai. And in recent years, it has even taken to the mainstream media. Without a doubt, it has its own fan base. People on the internet may or have heard the word ‘ Yaoi ,’ but what does it stand for? Generally, it means Boys Love or BL and is also a genre in both manga and anime.