Let's make this birthday one to remember.

86 years old (Born on March 20, 1939)

Happy Birthday, Robert Swindells! May your day be filled with more excitement than a gripping chapter of "Stone Cold," and may the celebrations be warmer than the chilling adventures you've masterfully penned. Your stories have captivated generations, proving that while "Abomination" might haunt our dreams, your talent certainly brightens our bookshelves.

Congratulations on another year of inspiring young minds and winning hearts—much like you won the Carnegie Medal! Here's hoping this birthday brings you as much joy as readers felt when discovering "Brother in the Land." Keep writing timeless tales; after all, age is just another plot twist!