Kurt McDermott

Engineer by trade.Father. School Governor. Writer.Kurt’s work explores the darker corners of adversity — the quiet moments of doubt, anxiety, and internal conflict that many people experience but rarely articulate.His debut book, The Bus Theory, blends psychological tension with personal reflection, offering a story-driven exploration of resilience, direction, and the human capacity to rebuild.Grounded in community and lived experience, his aim is simple: to help people feel less alone during difficult seasons.

The Bus Theory

Everyone is fighting something you can’t see.The Bus Theory explores the quiet battles people carry beneath the surface — doubt, loss, resilience, and the search for direction when life feels uncertain.Some journeys begin in darkness...

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