Let's make this birthday one to remember.

80 years old (Born on May 22, 1944)

Happy Birthday, John Flanagan! May your day be filled with more excitement than Halt's eyebrow raises and fewer mishaps than Will’s cooking experiments. Your Ranger's Apprentice series has captured imaginations worldwide—proving that cloaks, bows, and sarcastic mentors never go out of style.

From the thrilling adventures aboard Brotherband ships to Jesse Parker’s gripping mysteries, you've given readers countless reasons to stay up past bedtime whispering "just one more chapter." Here's hoping this year brings you as much joy as Thorn gets from a good battle—and may your creativity continue sailing smoothly like Hal at the helm. Cheers!