Okay, so I’m headed to Ireland in July for two weeks to research my novel in Belfast and read in Dublin. I’ll be out of here between July 2 and July 16. I know this leaves you hanging for posts, so against my better judgement, I propose the following:

Today I will start accepting applications for 5 bloggers to run the site while I’m gone. I’ll create limited accounts so those who are chosen can post and they will work out their style and content among themselves. It’ll be like an e-Lord of the Flies situation, but Ralph won’t have the conch for two weeks. (I already know who’s going to be Piggy.) I’ll post the best entries I receive and we’ll take a vote. The five highest vote-getters will take over. (With the caveat that I’ll be checking from the road to make sure Bookninja’s human rights and anti-douchery policies are not violated … beyond the usual.) Guest bloggers will receive Bookninja swag in payment for their services, but the intangible value of having your own well-attended soapbox for two weeks is incalculable. (Bookninja is not responsible for any coke-razor accidents or rehab fees necessary to bring you back from the drug-addled highs of internet celebrity.)

So if you’re interested in taking the reigns for a couple weeks, .

Quoth the Solo: “I have a bad feeling about this…”