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The Internet Escort's Handbook #1
The Foundation: Basic Mental, Emotional And Physical Considerations In Escort Work
The definitive book on safe, sane, successful escort work. Common newbie questions are addressed as well as tips for working escorts on defining your image, maximizing income and personal safety. Also an illuminating read for those curious about escort work.
214 pages, Perfect Paperback
First published October 16, 2006
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About the author
Amanda Brooks
3 books24 followersAmanda Brooks is an American author, escort and advocate.
Amanda's escort work has spanned four continents: North America, Europe, Australia and Asia. Her career in sex work has encompassed stripping in upscale clubs, US brothel work, and domestic and international mid-range to high-end independent escort work. Her two award-winning books are The Internet Escort's Handbook Book 1: The Foundation (2006) and Book 2: Advertising and Marketing (2009). Amanda is currently working on Book 3 and is an acclaimed blogger.
A passionate advocate, Amanda has served on the Board of Directors of two non-profit advocacy organizations for the human rights of sex workers, Desiree Alliance and Sex Workers Without Borders. Her TV appearances include The O'Reilly Factor , Fox's The Live Desk, and Australian ABC. She was interviewed for two documentaries: CNBC's The Business of High End Prostitution and National Geographic's Sex For Sale . She's been a radio guest on both domestic and international programs, including Playboy Radio , The Judith Regan Show , and Michael Smerconish. Amanda has presented on sex work for Duke University, the Desiree Alliance Conference, a medical conference, and a conference on violence against women.
A native Texan, Amanda returned to Dallas in 2011 where she currently resides. Amanda holds a double-major Bachelor's degree in English and photography.
Amanda's escort work has spanned four continents: North America, Europe, Australia and Asia. Her career in sex work has encompassed stripping in upscale clubs, US brothel work, and domestic and international mid-range to high-end independent escort work. Her two award-winning books are The Internet Escort's Handbook Book 1: The Foundation (2006) and Book 2: Advertising and Marketing (2009). Amanda is currently working on Book 3 and is an acclaimed blogger.
A passionate advocate, Amanda has served on the Board of Directors of two non-profit advocacy organizations for the human rights of sex workers, Desiree Alliance and Sex Workers Without Borders. Her TV appearances include The O'Reilly Factor , Fox's The Live Desk, and Australian ABC. She was interviewed for two documentaries: CNBC's The Business of High End Prostitution and National Geographic's Sex For Sale . She's been a radio guest on both domestic and international programs, including Playboy Radio , The Judith Regan Show , and Michael Smerconish. Amanda has presented on sex work for Duke University, the Desiree Alliance Conference, a medical conference, and a conference on violence against women.
A native Texan, Amanda returned to Dallas in 2011 where she currently resides. Amanda holds a double-major Bachelor's degree in English and photography.
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July 25, 2008
For any reader who has ever been curious or presumes to know about the adult industry, the author brings this facet of the business to the surface. Amanda Brooks clearly describes the fine line between an escort and a call girl and gives the reader the how-to on personal care and upkeep, health, your body and your peace of mind.
In the adult industry where the exploitation of women is common, The Internet Escort's Handbook gives women the choice and the confidence to pursue this job as a professional businesswoman. The author explains the importance of escort work, not by means of obtaining a "fast buck" or a "wild ride," but applying your people skills to work to your advantage.
Book 1: The Foundation is meant for mature, open-minded women over the age of 18 and the author insists that this profession is not for everyone. Amanda Brooks makes the reader think carefully about entering this line of work, providing a series of thought-provoking questions. She does not glorify this vocation but brings to light some of the shocking situations that can happen with a client and how to handle yourself. Derived from her own experiences and extensive research, the author reveals tips and strategies to reduce the hazards that may arise while on the job.
The author's intent is not to encourage anyone to break the law or to promote working as an escort but to provide a well-written, informative guide to the profession. In the same way a secretary is provided with an office manual and a writer has a writer's guide for reference, Amanda Brooks has brought to the market an intelligent, one-of-a-kind book that any woman working as an escort should not do without. It is written in a natural, honest manner and told in a no-nonsense attitude.
In the book, the author makes reference to two websites. TheInternetEscorts Handbook.com, which can only be viewed by readers over the age of 21, broadcasts the latest news, refers to specific links and reflects the contents of the book while giving the reader a peek into the future issues from books two to four. TexasGoldenGirl.com is the author's personal Web site, detailing updates, blogs, links and a request for a personal interview. [The link to this Web site is not live because it isn't neccessary.]
What makes The Internet Escort's Handbook desirable is that it is easy to read, understandable and does not sugarcoat the profession to urge any woman to succumb to it. This book is for the curious, the open-minded that wish to be entertained and an aid for current and future escorts.
In the adult industry where the exploitation of women is common, The Internet Escort's Handbook gives women the choice and the confidence to pursue this job as a professional businesswoman. The author explains the importance of escort work, not by means of obtaining a "fast buck" or a "wild ride," but applying your people skills to work to your advantage.
Book 1: The Foundation is meant for mature, open-minded women over the age of 18 and the author insists that this profession is not for everyone. Amanda Brooks makes the reader think carefully about entering this line of work, providing a series of thought-provoking questions. She does not glorify this vocation but brings to light some of the shocking situations that can happen with a client and how to handle yourself. Derived from her own experiences and extensive research, the author reveals tips and strategies to reduce the hazards that may arise while on the job.
The author's intent is not to encourage anyone to break the law or to promote working as an escort but to provide a well-written, informative guide to the profession. In the same way a secretary is provided with an office manual and a writer has a writer's guide for reference, Amanda Brooks has brought to the market an intelligent, one-of-a-kind book that any woman working as an escort should not do without. It is written in a natural, honest manner and told in a no-nonsense attitude.
In the book, the author makes reference to two websites. TheInternetEscorts Handbook.com, which can only be viewed by readers over the age of 21, broadcasts the latest news, refers to specific links and reflects the contents of the book while giving the reader a peek into the future issues from books two to four. TexasGoldenGirl.com is the author's personal Web site, detailing updates, blogs, links and a request for a personal interview. [The link to this Web site is not live because it isn't neccessary.]
What makes The Internet Escort's Handbook desirable is that it is easy to read, understandable and does not sugarcoat the profession to urge any woman to succumb to it. This book is for the curious, the open-minded that wish to be entertained and an aid for current and future escorts.
November 28, 2020
Informative in a basic way. I think the book is a sufficient basic introduction to escorting for women. Covers the essentials, however, I felt like the way it’s written could be better.
I think she could have jammed all 4 into one with more editing the book would come out more alive.
The book has a blog feel to it, as the chapters could have certainly be made into a series of blog posts instead.
Overall, informative.
I think she could have jammed all 4 into one with more editing the book would come out more alive.
The book has a blog feel to it, as the chapters could have certainly be made into a series of blog posts instead.
Overall, informative.
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May 19, 2021Very good at given information
April 5, 2017
A little outdated, but relevant
Outdated but still very worth a read. Very comprehensive. I'd love to read an updated version, but author is retired.
Outdated but still very worth a read. Very comprehensive. I'd love to read an updated version, but author is retired.
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