Let's make this birthday one to remember.

95 years old (Born on January 18, 1930)

Happy Birthday, Clancy Carlile! May your day be as delightfully unpredictable as the plot twists in "Spore 7," and may you celebrate with more gusto than a character straight out of "Honkytonk Man." Your stories have aged better than fine wine—though we suspect your characters might prefer whiskey.

From the youthful charm of "As I Was Young and Easy" to the gritty adventures you've penned since, you've given us timeless tales that keep readers laughing, crying, and occasionally scratching their heads. Here's hoping this birthday brings you inspiration for another bestseller—or at least a cake big enough to hide behind when deadlines approach!