Neecy Twinem

Neecy Twinem is an American artist, toy designer, academic professor, and author and illustrator of over 35 children’s books published in several languages.

Her first children’s book was titled ''Aye-Ayes, Bears, and Condors: An ABC of Endangered Animals and Their Babies,'' published by Scientific American Books for Young Readers. Neecy’s fine art is found in private and public collections around the country. She has a Masters in Fine Art and instructs and mentors other artists. Twinem developed a brand trademark titled ZombieZoo, including the design, manufacturing, and release of a plush toy line and books. She recently developed and released a plush toy line, ZombieZoo.

She was born in Kansas City, MO, adopted at birth, and raised by Charlene B. and John Robert Twinem. She has one daughter, Tonia Herrero, an artist and educator who is one of many of Twinem's inspirations. Neecy resides in Sandia Park, New Mexico. She is a tribal member of the Sac & Fox Nation. Provided by Wikipedia