Diamond and Cross

Ernest Hemingway once wrote a story that was only six words long: “For sale: baby shoes, never worn.” He is said to have called it his best work. Inspired by this, other authors have taken up the challenge:

“Failed SAT. Lost scholarship. Invented rocket.” – William Shatner

“Gown removed carelessly. Head, less so.” – Joss Whedon

“Automobile warranty expires. So does engine.” – Stan Lee

“It cost too much, staying human.” – Bruce Sterling

“From torched skyscrapers, men grew wings.” – Gregory Maguire

“Wasted day. Wasted life. Dessert, please.” – Steven Meretzky

“The baby’s blood type? Human, mostly.” – Orson Scott Card

“To save humankind he died again.” – Ben Bova

“Easy. Just touch the match to” – Ursula K. Le Guin

“New genes demand expression - - third eye.” – Greg Bear

My personal favorite is a telegram sent by Robert Benchley in Venice to his editor at The New Yorker: “Streets full of water. Please advise.”