Let's make this birthday one to remember.

78 years old (Born on November 18, 1946)

Happy Birthday, Alan Dean Foster! May your day be brighter than the worlds you've woven, and filled with more fun than Flinx's adventures (minus the deadly threats, of course!). Your imagination continues to inspire countless journeys among stars and through dimensions—proving that in fiction, age is just another thrilling chapter.

Whether battling intergalactic foes or unraveling cosmic mysteries, your stories remain timeless gems captivating readers old and new. Thanks for giving us endless escapes through Pip's curious antics and The Damned Trilogy's unforgettable battles. Here's wishing you another year overflowing with creativity—and fewer villainous interstellar interruptions on your special day!