Jared Reck is an American author known for his debut young adult novel "A Short History of the Girl Next Door," which explores themes of friendship, unrequited love, and coming-of-age. The novel follows Matt Wainwright as he navigates the complexities of his lifelong friendship with Tabby, the girl next door, when romantic feelings complicate their relationship. Reck's writing captures the authentic voice of teenage experience with humor and heart. His work has resonated with readers for its honest portrayal of first love and the bittersweet transition from adolescence to adulthood. He brings fresh perspective to contemporary YA fiction.