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Novelist Teddy Wayne Explores Themes of Power and Marriage Dynamics in 'The Au Pair'

Monday, June 29, 2026


Teddy Wayne's novel "The Au Pair" centers on a married couple where the wife is the primary earner, with the story following the husband's experience of that dynamic. Wayne stated that the book originated as a short screenplay concept before developing into a full novel. He discussed his approach to the material and the current literary landscape in an interview.

Original reporting: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-06-29/teddy-wayne-explores-power-marriage-in-the-au-pair-video

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