The Mind Creative DECEMBER 2014 | Page 6

The Mind Creative Fredric Brown (Oct 29,1906–March 11, 1972) was an American science fiction and mystery writer. He was born in Cincinnati. He is perhaps best known for his use of humour and for his mastery of the "short short" form - stories of 1 to 3 pages, often with ingenious plotting devices and surprise endings. Humour and a somewhat postmodern outlook carried over into his novels as well. One of his stories, "Arena," is officially credited for an adaptation as an episode of the landmark television series, Star Trek. All original works used in this magazine are for educational purposes and for viewing by readers. These works are not, in any way, to be used for commercial reasons or for profit. 6