Let's make this birthday one to remember.

72 years old (Born on January 09, 1953)

Happy Birthday, Morris Gleitzman! May your special day be filled with more surprises than Limpy's adventures in "Toad Surprise," and may you experience less rage than a cane toad on an Aussie highway. Your stories have hopped into our hearts, leaving us croaking with laughter and delight.

From the hilarious antics of "Misery Guts" to the unforgettable chatterbox charm of "Blabber Mouth," you've given readers countless reasons to smile. Here's wishing you another year packed full of creativity, joy, and perhaps even a little slice of Toad Heaven—minus any unexpected detours like those in "Toad Away." Keep hopping along brilliantly!