Kay Collier McLaughlin’s Essays Unveil Life’s ‘Thin Places’ in New Book
Kay Collier McLaughlin’s new book, The Thin Place By the Bay, weaves together decades of personal reflection. The collection of essays spans her life from 15 to 80, exploring moments where the ordinary meets the extraordinary. These so-called 'thin places'—spaces of clarity and stillness—offer solace in a fast-paced world.
The book delves into the idea of 'thin time,' where fleeting experiences bring unexpected insight. McLaughlin’s narratives, rich in vivid detail, capture how these sacred spaces shape understanding and provide peace. Each essay reveals her journey, from youth to old age, as she discovers the transformative power of stillness.
McLaughlin structures the stories to resonate deeply with readers. She believes that in every thin place, a part of ourselves waits to be uncovered. Themes of self-discovery, personal revelation, and the search for quiet run through the collection. The essays encourage readers to reflect on their own thin places—moments of clarity amid life’s chaos. McLaughlin’s writing suggests that these experiences, though fleeting, can offer lasting hope and direction.
The Thin Place By the Bay is now available for purchase online. Readers can find it on Amazon.com and BarnesandNoble.com. The book invites them to explore their own moments of connection and stillness.
