Twenty-one tales of frightening fanaticism! Nobody joins a cult. They find a family, a movement, a sense of meaning. And nobody falls for a con. They trust a friend, a so-called expert, an opportunity. The warning signs are easy to brush aside...until it's too late. Little Red Flags: Stories of Cults, Cons, and Control is a razor-edged collection of stories that explore how ordinary people find themselves in extraordinary danger. From manipulative lovers to deadly gurus, from a trail of small deceptions to life-shattering betrayals, these stories will pull you to the edge of trust and shove you over. Stay vigilant. The little red flags are waving.

Stories by:

Sam Brackett, Mia Dalia, Cat Delani, Alex Hoeft, Frances Hope, Jade Jiao, Nick Kolakowski, Andrew Kozma, Catlyn Ladd, Amanda Cecelia Lang, Jessica Levai, Chris McGrane, J. B. McLaurin, Christopher O'Halloran, Marisca Pichette, Michael A. Reed, L. P. Ring, Kaleigh Rodgerson, J. E. Rowney, Caleb Stephens, and Cory Swanson