The Story of Emma
A Former Courtesan Who Has Created A New Men's Magazine
by Elizabeth Black
Emma Bovary is the founder of Catwalk Magazine, a new online men's magazine written by women. www.catwalk-magazine.com
This magazine is unusual in that it provides men with insight about
women directly from the woman's point of view. Emma is French-Canadian and she
had the pleasure of being a courtesan for many years before starting
Catwalk. While working as a courtesan, she learned what makes men tick:
what they like, what they don't like, what drives them to a sexual frenzy.
She learned of their insecurities and their fears. She hopes to use her
experience as a courtesan to provide advice for men via Catwalk.
In this interview, Emma talks about her experience as a courtesan, and her ambitions for the future of the Magazine.
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Elizabeth Black: What exactly is a courtesan?
Emma: According to the dictionary, a courtesan is a person paid and/or
supported for the giving of social companionship and intimate liaisons to
one or more partners.
EB: What are some common misconceptions about courtesans, in particular how do they differ from prostitutes?
Emma: The most common misconception is that courtesans no longer exist. The
main difference between a courtesan and a prostitute may be the social
aspect. Courtesans do not meet clients for a quickie during lunchtime. For
my part, I had a minimum booking time of five hours, and my rendez-vous
often involved social events and fine dining. Sex is certainly part of the
equation, but a true courtesan cares about each of the five senses of her
partner. She is a pleasure artist, and she loves to bring happiness to the
men she chooses to see, in any way she can.
EB: What kinds of qualities do men look for in a courtesan?
Emma: The wealthy men who see courtesans have often reached a certain level
of sophistication and education, and are looking for a partner who can match
these qualities. So whether it is the ability to appreciate a fine wine,
knowledge of world affairs, literature or etiquette, a courtesan must be a
woman of substance with immaculate presentation and impeccable manners.
EB: How did you become a courtesan?
Emma: When I was 22, I was living in Australia and had a boyfriend who one
day suggested that we have a threesome with another girl. I was willing to
try it but I didn’t have the courage to start flirting with women. My ex
suggested that we call a private companion. I first had the virginal,
outraged, I-will-never-be-with-a-girl-who-does-that reaction, but soon
admitted that the idea really turned me on. So we made the call. She was
beautiful, intelligent, kind, and unforgettable: we clicked so well that I
broke up with my mate and ran away with Simone to Sydney. She introduced me
to her world.
EB: What appealed to you the most about being a courtesan?
Emma: First it was the personal independence that the lifestyle offered. It
gave me the financial means and the time to indulge in my travel-writing
addiction. And because I had figured out a way to be exclusive and only see
the clients who treated me like a courtesan and not like a sex object, I can
say I truly enjoyed my work. I felt like a fish in water.
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