Let's make this birthday one to remember.

51 years old (Born on June 23, 1973)

Happy birthday, Chris Bradford! You're a legendary triple-threat—author, martial artist, and musician—clearly demonstrating that juggling swords and words simultaneously is entirely possible. Your "Young Samurai" series turned 15 recently; now your books qualify as teenagers themselves. We hope they're not giving you too much attitude!

Whether composing epic adventures or performing roundhouse kicks (hopefully not at the same time), you've inspired countless readers with tales of courage and honor. Here's wishing you another fantastic year filled with exciting new chapters, catchy tunes—and hopefully fewer ninja ambushes around every corner.

Here's to many more epic journeys ahead—happy birthday!