Let's make this birthday one to remember.

85 years old (Born on April 24, 1940)

Happy Birthday to the brilliant Sue Grafton, whose alphabet mysteries have kept us guessing from "A" is for Alibi all the way through "V" is for Vengeance! Your clever plots and sharp-witted detective Kinsey Millhone continue to captivate readers everywhere. Who knew crime-solving could be so delightfully alphabetical?

From Santa Teresa's shadowy streets to quirky suspects around every corner, your storytelling has given mystery lovers countless sleepless nights—and we wouldn't trade them for anything. Here's hoping today's celebration brings you as much joy (and fewer plot twists) than one of Kinsey’s adventures!

Cheers on another year—may it spell success!