Let's make this birthday one to remember.

77 years old (Born on August 01, 1947)

Happy Birthday, Bill Wallace! You've penned tales about brave pups and feline mischief-makers—after all, who else would dare write a masterpiece like "Snot Stew"? Your heartwarming adventures have turned kids across America into animal lovers—or at least convinced them to name their pets something original.

From winning the Nebraska Golden Sower Award to capturing imaginations with thrilling reads like "A Dog Called Kitty" and "Danger on Panther Peak," your stories remain timeless favorites. Wishing you an unforgettable birthday filled with laughter, love, cake—and hopefully fewer hairballs than your books suggest! Here's to many more joyful chapters ahead!