Let's make this birthday one to remember.

93 years old (Born on March 31, 1932)

Happy Birthday, John Jakes! May your day be filled with more excitement than Brak the Barbarian's latest adventure and fewer family dramas than a Kent Family reunion. Your vivid storytelling has transported us through history, making even dusty textbooks jealous.

From epic sagas like "North and South" to thrilling chronicles of bravery in distant worlds, you've captivated readers across generations. Here's hoping this birthday brings you as much joy as your novels have brought countless fans—without any plot twists or cliffhangers today!

Cheers to another year of timeless tales and unforgettable characters; may your pen never run dry!