Teddy Wayne is an American novelist and short story writer. He made notable contributions to the literary world with his novels such as The Love Song of Jonny Valentine (2013) and Loner (2016). His works have earned him wide recognition, including a Whiting Writers' Award and an NEA Creative Writing Fellowship. He was also a runner-up for the PEN/Robert W. Bingham Prize, and a finalist for both the Young Lions Fiction Award and the Dayton Literary Peace Prize.

Wayne's talents are not confined to novels alone; he is a frequent contributor to The New Yorker, McSweeney's, and numerous other publications. His latest works include The Winner (2024), The Great Man Theory (2022), and Apartment (2020). His literary artistry continues to evolve and engage readers with each new release.