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February 4, 2014

Giveaway Time! (Again)

Guess what?

No, seriously...guess.
That was fast! Are you psychic?
What? I just put it in the title...you'd think I'd be better about giving away the answer.
But speaking of giving things away...
I have some pretty cool stuff happening and I'd like to share it with you.
First, I want to thank all of you for being the great fans you are. My ego has taken some serious hits the last few months, but whenever I feel like giving up because maybe I've said everything I had to say, or believe I'm not as talented as those getting TV, movie, or publishing deals, or the people that are supposed to help me get my career moving completely ignore me - there's you. There's ALWAYS you!!! You're always there to pick me up and remind me why I started writing at all: because I love it.
Ok, enough of that. On to the free shit.
I am giving away 1 ebook copy of Shades of Words. This anthology features 17 incredible authors and has all-new and exclusive material you won't read anywhere else. Best of all, ALL PROCEEDS GO TO BREAST CANCER RESEARCH. We've already made the Top 100 in the Romance category. Thank you!! My contribution is Determined to Obey. Click HERE for a sample.



Next, 5 ebook copies of Make Me. 12 full-length novels featuring all the dubcon you can stand! Captive in the Dark is included in the anthology. This is a $40 value currently available for pre-order on Amazon for the obscene price of 99cents.
Pre-Order Now

Finally, a grand price of both ebooks AND 1 audio-book version of Epilogue: The Dark Duet. YES ladies and gents, it's out! Take a listen .


Special Note: You'll notice that liking my friend Julie Prestsater is one of the requirements to enter. She needs the likes and HUGE congratulations. I won't spoil her surprise, but you should get to know her now before her star leaves our orbit. I LOVE YOU, JULIE!
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Published on February 04, 2014 13:04

December 25, 2013

Merry Christmas - let's be Christ-Like

Hello!
Well, I suck at posting to my blog on time, but my heart is in the right place. Anyway, I'll get to it. I have had a wild and emotional year. Most of 2013 sucked hard, but it's looking up! I am truly blessed. My children are blessed. So blessed I can't help but think of all those who aren't.

I am giving away $5000 to charity this season. Broken up as follows:

$3000 - School programs in my community
$500 - Wellspring - We are going there tonight to spend time with the kids and hand out goodies. If you're in the area. Come down! We will be there from 4-6pm.
$500 - Skateistan - A wonderful program dedicated to empowering young women. Here's a video
$500 - The Malala Fund - A 16y/o girl with the strength of conviction to stand up to the Taliban. Here's a video

I have $500 left to give. Please post a link to one of your favorite charities and I will donate a portion of the remaining funds to your charity. Must be a non-profit. Thank you!!

GIVEAWAY!!!
Also, to thank all of you for being so amazing to me. I will be flying one lucky person to one of my book signings in 2014 (up to $500)! U.S. Only. International winner can receive $300 giftcard to Amazon. U.S. winner may also choose giftcard prize in lieu of airfare. Winner must have own hotel accommodations and pay any additional airline fees (baggage etc). Winner will be announced January 1st, 2014. COME PARTY WITH ME!

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Published on December 25, 2013 14:06

December 7, 2013

Upcoming Appearances 2014!

Upcoming Appearances 2014!

Check out the following dates I will be out and about in 2014!! I will have copies of my books for sale and autograph. However, feel free to bring your own paperbacks or anything you want signed.

Friday, April 25th, 2014 - Sunday, April 27th, 2014 in Dallas, Texas - B.E.D held at the Crowne Plaza in Dallas. This is a three day BONDAGE EXPO and I can't freakin' wait! Thinking of wearing a cat suit. Be sure to LIKE the Facebook page.

Additional B.E.D. Info All Weekend 10% Discount for readers - Use code "erotica" (case sensitive)
All day Saturday Passes: These will only be available to purchase on Sat at the event. Cost will be $65 and there is not an additional discount.
All access tickets for the whole weekend will be available at the door for $139 and there will be no discount available for anyone. BUY NOW and you can have passes for the entire weekend for $109.
Friday, June 27th - Sunday, June 29th, 2014 in Orlando, Florida - Book Bash held at the Double Tree by Hilton at the entrance to Universal Studios. Record sales in 2013 at the Book Bash event. Even the humidity couldn't stop us from having a good time. I totes challenge Jamie McGuire to a sing-off. LOL

Friday, July 25th thru Sunday, July 27th, July 26th, 2014 in New York City - New York Author Signing Event held at the Double Tree by Hilton Metropolitan. That's right Kittens, I'm coming to New York! It'll be my first time, so be gentle (or don't). DEETS TO COME.

Friday, September 12, 2014 in St. Louis, MO – Penned Con held at the Sheraton St. Louis Center Hotel and Suites. I've heard St. Louis is for lovers; I plan to investigate. LIKE the Facebook page.

Saturday, October 25, 2014 thru Sunday, October 26, 2014 in Las Vegas, NV – The Naughty Mafia event has been cancelled and I'm super sad. Luckily, it has been replaced by the LoveNVegas Author Event. DEETS AND VENUE TO COME.

So hold on to your underwear - I'll expect you to surrender them at strip poker. ;)


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Published on December 07, 2013 14:09

November 28, 2013

Happy Thanksgiving!

On this day of thanks, I'd like to express my gratitude for many things. Earlier this year I received some difficult news about my mom and have spent the months since then in one of the deepest depressions I've ever experienced. Last week, she underwent a very risky surgery in the hopes of extending her life expectancy. We didn't have high hopes and I was trying to prepare myself for the worst. Lo and behold, she made it through the surgery and has been recovering better than I could have possibly hoped! My heart is incredibly full and I get tears of gratitude in my eyes every time I think of the blessings in my life.

I would never have been able to afford my mother's surgery if not for the love and support of all my incredible fans. Before The Dark Duet, my family and I were struggling in an economy where college degrees mean very little and even veterans are hard-pressed to find work. We were living off of our credit cards and working harder than ever to stay above water. I haven't had to worry about how I'm going to pay my bills in the last two years and I owe it all to you and the incredible support of my family!

I want to thank my husband for being an incredible man who loves me and treats me like his real partner. We are an amazing team and whenever our backs have been against the wall I know there is no one I would rather have next to me in a tough spot.

I'm thankful for my kids because they have kept me going this year when I would much rather have laid down to quit. My love for them makes me strive to be a better mother and person. They inspire me to love with all I have, to play because it keeps me young, and to never give up because I am their example.

I'm thankful for the talented friends I have made during my journey as a writer. They have embraced me as one of their own, given me advice when I've needed it, offered a shoulder to cry on, reassured me, uplifted me and even propelled my career through their fan base. I LOVE YOU!

Anyway, I'm getting all emotional. Happy Thanksgiving you little pervs.

OH! Before I forget! Stay tuned to the blog because I'm looking into an epic damn giveaway for Christmas. YOU WON'T WANT TO MISS IT!!

All my love,
CJ

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Published on November 28, 2013 11:52

November 15, 2013

CAUTIVA EN LA OSCURIDAD

Ahora Disponible (sólo en EE.UU.)

Desde USA Today Superventas Autora CJ Roberts … 

CAUTIVA EN LA OSCURIDAD

Caleb es un hombre con un singular interés por la venganza. Secuestrado cuando era niño y vendido como esclavo por un mafioso hambriento de poder, no ha pensado en nada excepto la venganza. Durante doce años se ha sumergido en el mundo de los esclavos de placer buscando al hombre que él considera responsable en última instancia. Finalmente, el arquitecto de su sufrimiento ha surgido con una nueva identidad, pero no con una nueva naturaleza. Si Caleb consigue acercarse lo suficientemente para atacar, debe convertirse en la misma cosa que aborrece y secuestrar a una hermosa chica para entrenarla para ser todo lo que él fue una vez.

Olivia Ruiz de dieciocho años acaba de despertar en un lugar extraño. Atada con los ojos vendados y solo una tranquila voz masculina paradarle la bienvenida. Su nombre es Caleb, aunque él exige ser llamado Amo. Olivia es joven, hermosa, ingenua y testaruda a más no poder. Tiene una oscura sensualidad que no puede ser escondida o negada, aunque ella intenta conseguir ambas cosas. A pesar de que tiene miedo del fuerte, sádico y arrogante hombre que la tiene prisionera, lo que mantiene a Olivia despierta en la oscuridad es su indeseada atracción por él.

ADVERTENCIA: Este libro contiene situaciones muy perturbadoras, consentimiento dudoso, lenguaje fuerte y violencia gráfica.

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Published on November 15, 2013 11:38

November 14, 2013

Upcoming Appearances November 2013!

HELLO!! If you are in the area, I would love to invite you to a few very small book signings I am having in California over the next two weeks. Given the lack of publicity (spur of the moment) I am expecting very few people. So if you're around, please stop by and let's hang out. I will have limited copies of Captive in the Dark for sale and autograph. However, feel free to bring your own paperbacks or anything you want signed.

Wednesday, November 20th 7pm - 9pm Doubletree, Bakersfield

Saturday, November 30th 1pm - 3pm Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza

Tuesday, November 26th 7pm - 9pm Doubletree, Bakersfield

Saturday, November 30th 1pm - 3pm Embassy Suites, Glendale
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Published on November 14, 2013 15:18

October 14, 2013

The Censorship Police Are At It Again!

THIS WILL BE QUICK AND DIRTY:

I have not yet been notified that CAPTIVE IN THE DARK or SEDUCED IN THE DARK will be removed from Amazon and Barnes & Noble, but it's possible.

For the record, I do not believe in censorship. Though I realize Amazon and B&N are publicly traded companies and have the right to form their own policies, I also believe the relationship between large corporations and our government cannot be ignored. Censorship is a slippery slope.

PayPal tried to do something similar over a year ago by pressuring Smashwords to remove erotic titles from its catalog and the collective outcry from readers put a stop to it. I hope the same happens here.

I wrote a blog post about what happened with Smashwords if anyone is interested.

For the time being, I recommend backing up your books on your computer if you want to keep them. Additionally, since Smashwords has already been through this debacle and defeated it. I reccomend NEW readers to purchase from them. Use the link above to find the series page.

Best of luck to all my fellow indie erotica authors as we go through this shit again!

SOURCE: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-24491723

UPDATE 1: B&N will refund removed books, but are removing titles. Not mine, but I know of at least one author who has had her books taken down (Bianca Sommerland). No word yet on Amazon refunds or if this affects US readers or just UK. The link was BBC.

From Bianca Sommerland (affected by censorship on Amazon): Hey, CJ! Thanks for the information, reading everything I can find. So far, my book is still on Amazon, but blocked on my dashboard and I was told they wouldn't sell it anymore. Starting when, I have no idea. Waiting for a reply about what's going on.








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Published on October 14, 2013 09:42

September 13, 2013

The New Caleb: Mike Vogel or Joseph Morgan?

Well, I just can't freakin' decide! Damn you, Charlie Hunnam! Damn your sexy mouth, penetrating eyes, and nearly non-existent inhibitions! Phew...over it.

Anyway, after much sweaty research, I have narrowed it down to TWO gorgeous, talented, and adventurous men. Since I can't decide, let's vote!

First, a Caleb character description from Epilogue: The Dark Duet:

Height: 6’4’’ Weight: 210? Desc: blond hair, Caribbean blue eyes. A full mouth made for kissing. He has a canine tooth that is a bit sharp and slightly out of line with all of this other perfect teeth (the first time I saw him smile). Muscular, but lean—not bulky or overly muscled. His skin is tan from the sun, not a machine. He has almost invisible blond hair everywhere (kissing his back, they stood on end—super soft).


Mannerisms: Caleb always seems to think something is funny or amusing (that ridiculous smirk). His eyes can be beautiful or fucking terrifying (peaceful waters v. dark murky water). His mouth gets tense when he’s pissed and trying not to show it. He scowls a lot and sometimes he does it while he’s smiling, which usually means he’s about to do something especially cruel (that first whipping).

Below I have pictures and scenes of them in action. Enjoy the man nummies.

Mike Vogel




Joseph Morgan




VOTE!
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Published on September 13, 2013 10:06

September 3, 2013

The best way to get over a guy is to get under a new one!

By now, you've heard the news that former Caleb hopeful, Charlie Hunnam, has been plucked from relative obscurity to play in the major leagues as billionaire dungeon master, Christian Grey.

I have to admit I was completely blindsided by the pick since he wasn't one of the contenders we'd heard about in the months since we discovered there would be a 50 Shades of Grey movie.

Within minutes my Facebook, Twitter accounts, along with my phone were bombarded with messages to bring me the news and ask how I felt about it. Well, I can't say I was too upset (though I did play along). After all, E.L. James has a movie franchise and I'm still trying to get on a book shelf at my local Books-A-Million. To say we are in different leagues is an understatement.

Still, it sucks to have your fantasy cast member seduced from the dark side into the grey area (terrible pun).


I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Hunnam at the LoneStar Motorcycle Rally in Galveston, last year. I gifted him with copies of the Dark Duet and he gifted me with his warm body pressed against me while we took a photo. His exact words before we snapped the picture: "Can I hold you?"




My Reaction!
I wish Mr. Hunnam and the incomparable E.L. James the best. I hope the movie does what the books have done: Open the door to the rest of us. Captive in the Dark was in the works long before I knew of 50, but I know that without him, many readers may not have discovered Caleb.

However, I'm not the type to pine away after a man who isn't mine anymore. It was fun, Charlie, but I have to get over you.

Help me crown a new Caleb and win a free paperback copy of Epilogue (Book 3, The Dark Duet)!

Paul WalkerI find him sexy, but does he have the acting chops?

Ryan Gosling Sexy, talented, has done indie...I drooool
Zac EfronHe's older now and sexy as all hell Chris PineToo manly or is his face just boyish enough?
Drew Van AckerRelatively unknown and dripping sex appeal
Alex PettyferHe might be taken, but mmm!
Jensen Ackles He's DEFINITELY taken (I think) So, who's YOUR new Caleb?
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Published on September 03, 2013 17:47

August 12, 2013

Cautiva en la Oscuridad por CJ Roberts

AHORA DISPONIBLE EN ESPAÑOL: Cautiva en la Oscuridad por CJ Roberts
Compra Cautiva en la Oscuridad

Quiero enviar un gran agradecimiento a las señoras de los Fallen Angels por tomarse el tiempo para traducir Cautiva en la Oscuridad en español. Durante varios años he estado recibiendo mensajes de mis fans bilingües solicitar una traducción para que pudieran compartir la oscuridad con la familia y amigos. Me complace decir que es finalmente sucedió.

Por favor, comparta las noticias.

Mucho amor,

CJ
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Published on August 12, 2013 15:52