Let's make this birthday one to remember.

69 years old (Born on September 25, 1955)

Happy Birthday, Luanne Rice! May your special day be filled with as much warmth and joy as the seaside towns you bring to life in your novels. You've given us countless memorable moments—from heartwarming family reunions by the ocean waves to love stories that sparkle brighter than "Silver Bells." Your ability to weave nature's beauty into tales of love and resilience has touched readers everywhere.

Here's hoping this year brings even more inspiration (and perhaps another TV adaptation?). After all, who wouldn't want more cozy evenings spent watching beloved characters from "Beach Girls" or following heartfelt journeys like those in "Follow the Stars Home"? Cheers to you—may your creativity flow endlessly like a timeless tide!