Bloomberg
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.
