Author

Sam Lloyd

British children's author-illustrator; winner of the Roald Dahl Funny Prize and Booktrust Pre-School Award for Mr Pusskins, a New York Times children's bestseller

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Humorous animal picture booksKnown for

Sam Lloyd grew up in Hampshire, where he learned his love of storytelling. These days he lives in Surrey with his wife, three young sons and a dog that likes to howl. His debut thriller, The Memory Wood, was published to huge critical acclaim in 2020.

Notable works Mr PusskinsCalm Down Boris!Happy Dog Sad Dog

HonoursRoald Dahl Funny Prize; Booktrust Pre-School Award; Sainsbury's Baby Book Award (Happy Dog Sad Dog, 2003)