Let's make this birthday one to remember.

72 years old (Born on September 15, 1952)

Happy Birthday, Loren D. Estleman! May your day be filled with more twists and turns than an Amos Walker investigation—and fewer shady characters knocking at your door. Ever since Motor City Blue hit the shelves in 1980, you've kept readers hooked on gritty mysteries and sharp wit.

Your timeless tales of Western grit and detective charm continue to captivate us all—proving that great storytelling never goes out of style. Here's hoping this year brings you as much excitement as a high-speed chase through Detroit (minus the speeding tickets). Keep writing those page-turners; we can't wait for what's next!