Category Archives: YMAA

“My editor is having grammar conniptions right now.”

I am editing Rory Miller‘s next YMAA book, Training for Sudden Violence. He is a tough guy, but he’s a lot funnier than you might think. The screenshot below is from his manuscript. You can click to enlarge it. It will … Continue reading

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Fight Like a Physicist Wins USA Best Book Award

USA Book News has named Fight Like a Physicist, by Jason Thalken, PhD, best sports book for 2015. You can see the list here. It’s exciting news. I know all of us at YMAA are proud of Jason and happy for … Continue reading

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Fight Like a Physicist Is #1 on Amazon

Jason Thalken’s Fight Like a Physicist is the #1 new release among Amazon’s martial arts titles. And to think I knew him way back when.

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This Just In: First Defense

We at YMAA are proud to announce our latest book, First Defense: Anxiety and Instinct for Self-Protection, by David Hopkins, PhD. Dr. Hopkins is a clinical psychologist, krav maga expert, and international man of mystery. I enjoyed serving as his … Continue reading

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This Just In: Fight Like a Physicist

My copy of Fight Like a Physicist, by Jason Thalken, PhD, just arrived. This is YMAA‘s latest book. I served as Dr. Thalken’s editor, and it was a real pleasure. Do you know what I call a good day at work? It’s … Continue reading

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