Let's make this birthday one to remember.

83 years old (Born on November 15, 1941)

Happy Birthday, Daniel Pinkwater! May your day be filled with as much delightful absurdity and whimsical adventure as "The Snarkout Boys" discovering avocados of questionable intent. Your stories have sparked imaginations, laughter—and occasionally controversy—proving that a little mischief makes literature timeless.

From the mysterious melodies in "Lizard Music," to daringly plumbing depths (literally!) in "Devil in the Drain," you've shown generations how wonderfully weird life can be. Here's hoping this birthday brings you joy worthy of an avocado-themed escapade or at least fewer challenges than your famously challenged books!

Cheers to another year of storytelling brilliance and playful rebellion!