One of the most important talents a writer must possess, other than writing, is multitasking. Balancing a bunch of spinning plates — researching, reading, watching, interviewing, meeting — is all a part of the profession.

The next plate in my juggling act? A book.

I just had a meeting with one of mixed martial arts’ top coaches. He’s a legendary champion, teacher, and motivator, and now he’s the mentor to some of the biggest fighters in the UFC and other leagues around the world.

At the moment, I can’t say who it is yet, but I will after we’ve solidified the deal. But I can say he wants me to write various projects with him, including a training manual and biography. As a martial artist myself, all  I can say is, in the world of the great “Big” John McCarthy, “Let’s get it on!”