Jerry A. Kuznik is an international bestselling author, poet, flash fiction writer, and IB Literature teacher based in Orange County, California. His writing combines literary depth with suspense, exploring family secrets, grief, survival, betrayal, forgiveness, and the hidden tensions beneath everyday life. Jerry is best known for his biographical thrillers Favorite Dead Girl and Untrustworthy, as well as his flash fiction story Refund. His debut novel, Favorite Dead Girl, earned international bestseller recognition and established his distinctive voice in literary thriller fiction. A former software developer, Jerry brings both analytical precision and a deep understanding of storytelling to his work. His Southern California setting, cinematic style, emotionally complex characters, and interest in the extraordinary moments hidden within ordinary lives define his approach to fiction.