Let's make this birthday one to remember.

77 years old (Born on January 30, 1948)

Happy Birthday, John Dufresne! Another year older and still warping minds (just a little) with your brilliant storytelling. From the quirky charm of "Louisiana Power and Light" to the delightful complexities in "Love Warps the Mind a Little," you've kept readers laughing, thinking—and occasionally scratching their heads—in all the best ways.

Your short stories continue to captivate us; whether it's through exploring life's subtle absurdities or diving deep into human nature as you did masterfully in "Johnny Too Bad." Here's hoping this birthday brings inspiration for more unforgettable tales—because let's face it: nobody tells them quite like you do!