No, Keith R.A. DeCandido is not embarking on a career as a rap DJ. He has been chosen by the International Association of Media Tie-in Writers to be honored this year as one of the group’s Grandmasters — the highest honor the IAMTW bestows.

From their web site: “The Grandmaster Award honors a writer for his extensive and exceptional work in the tie-in field.”

As the author of more than 30 media tie-in novels, including several best-sellers, Keith has more than earned this honor.

Congrats, amigo!