Nicola Kent is an award-winning author and illustrator of children's books, including picture books The Strongest Mum, Grumpy Hat and All the Dogs. She makes her illustrations using watercolor, ink and kitchen table printmaking techniques which she collages digitally. Her stories combine humor and emotional poignance. Nicola Kent is an award-winning author and illustrator of children's books, including picture books The Strongest Mum, Grumpy Hat and All the Dogs. She makes her illustrations using watercolor, ink and kitchen table printmaking techniques which she collages digitally. Her stories combine humor and emotional poignance.