70 years old (Born on April 25, 1954)
Happy Birthday, Melvin! Hope your day brings you as much excitement (minus the drama) as your memorable teenage protagonists from "Junk." May it be filled with enough fun to rival Bristol in '96—but definitely fewer questionable life choices!Seriously though, thank you for giving young adult fiction such an unforgettable voice. You've tackled daring topics head-on and inspired generations along the way. Your literary adventures continue blazing trails—here's wishing this next chapter is just stunning words flowing effortlessly onto pages... preferably without sleepless nights fueled by caffeine.
Cheers to another brilliant year ahead; keep writing stories that stir hearts—and humorous fan mail too!
Melvin Burgess's Best Moments
