An uproarious rhyming text that will definitely appeal to both parents and children alike, especially for those who need an antidote to hair-thinning bluesReinforced and sturdy board pages ensure that this book can be enjoyed over and over again. The bushy fur found on every page combined with a clever peep-through design and a sumptuously exotic palette make Vincent the Vain an irresistible page turnerSam Lloyd is the winner of the Book Trust Pre-School Award, the V & A Illustration Award and the Sainsbury's Baby Book Award

Sam Lloyd studied at Brighton University where she gained a BA Hons in Illustration. Now Sam is the author and illustrator of many successful picture books for children. Her picture books include Happy Day, Sad Dog which won the Sainsbury's Baby Book Award in 2003, Mr Pusskins which won the Booktrust Pre-School Award in 2006 and the V & A Illustration Award. Most recently Calm Down Boris published by Templar in 2006 has been chosen by Richard and Judy for their Christmas Picks. As well as writing and illustrating books, Sam also enjoys yoga, swimming, camping and doing outdoorsy things. She has been all over the world, including travels to India and Australia. Sam also does a lot of voluntary work with children, painting murals. Sam lives in Brighton with her partner and a cat.