I apologize for my absence, but it is easily explained in two words: Harry Potter. Delivered to my doorstep on Saturday, it has not readily left my hands since. I know it's the popular thing to do right now, but in my defense, I was a fan long before the hype. I bought (and read) the first book for my nephew shortly after it was published and much before it was discovered. Therefore, I win.
Now bugger off, I'm reading!