Not really. While there may be a niche market for some, mainstream audiences generally stay away from them. They are often considered too outlandish or offensive for most people's tastes.
They might get them from personal experiences. Many people have had strange encounters in their lives that they can share on TV. Also, they could source them from the internet. There are countless websites dedicated to wierd and unexplained events.
One reason could be to gain attention. In the highly competitive world of television, strange stories can make a program stand out. Another reason might be for entertainment value. Weird stories often amuse the audience and keep them engaged. Also, sometimes these stories are shared to start discussions or debates, as they can be thought - provoking.
One characteristic could be very unusual or taboo sexual themes. For example, it might involve relationships that are not considered mainstream in society. Another could be strange settings or scenarios for the erotic content, like in a post - apocalyptic world. Also, the language used might be overly flowery or strange in a way that makes the erotic elements seem even more out - of - the - ordinary.
Well, there's 'House of Leaves'. It's a very wierd and complex fantasy novel that plays with the layout of the text and tells a really strange story about a house that is bigger on the inside. 'Annihilation' is another wierd one. The Area X it describes is full of abnormal and mutated things. And 'The Dark Tower' series by Stephen King has its fair share of wierd elements, like the Gunslinger's world that is a blend of different times and dimensions.
You can start by asking for recommendations in book - related forums or groups. People there are often passionate about books and can suggest some wierd fantasy novels. Another way is to check out lists of cult classic books. Many wierd fantasy novels end up becoming cult favorites. Also, look at the works of authors known for their off - beat writing styles, like Haruki Murakami. His books often have elements of wierd fantasy.
We could talk about inspiring stories of people achieving their dreams. For example, there are many athletes who overcome great difficulties to win championships. Their stories are full of perseverance and positive energy.
Most of the time, the stories are not completely true. They take elements from various sources and combine them to create a compelling narrative. The show is more about entertainment than presenting factual accounts.