The Complete Best Man: How to turn a terrifying prospect into a piece of cake - Softcover

Bowden, John

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1845281047 ISBN 13: 9781845281045

Publisher: How To Books, 2006

Synopsis

I know exactly what you are thinking. It seemed such a good idea at the time, but now you are beginning to realise there's going to be more to it than just turning up on time and handing over the ring. Am I right, or am I right? Fear not. Whether the happy couple has a traditional white wedding vision or a modernist view of their big day, this handbook will show you how to become their perfect best man...a best man who knows how to combine the best of the old with the best of the new. The groom will be glad he chose you. So pour yourself a cold one, sit back and get ready to learn how to turn a stressful honour into a piece of (wedding) cake.

Contents: Part 1 : The Best Man's Duties 1. The Appointment 2. Countdown to the big day 3. Stag dos and don'ts 4. The big day Part 2: Your Speech 6. Ground rules 7. Planning your speech 8. Writing your speech 9. Making your speech Sample speeches

About this title

Review:

`This book certainly makes the speech a pleasure rather than a terrifying prospect.'
-- Asian Groom & Man

From the Author:

This book will help you turn a terrifying prospect into a piece of wedding cake!

It's in two parts. Part One tells you everything you need to know to become an impressive, efficient and effective best man. In Part Two you'll find out how to prepare and present a unique and memorable speech that will sparkle like vintage champagne. I've also included lots of checklists and website addresses which will make life easier for you.

While the basic responsibilities of a best man have remained largely unchanged over the years, the world has moved on. The key is to respect traditions of the past but also keep up with the times. Unorthodox interpretations of your role are no longer a breach of social etiquette.

Similarly, while your speech should include a few time-honoured crowd-pleasers which people will expect to hear, there remains plenty of scope to stamp your own personality on it. I'll tell you how!

It's a serious business being a best man. There's a lot to do, a lot to remember and a lot to say. You owe it to the bride and groom - and to yourself - to give it your best shot. With this handbook at your side you can become the complete best man!

Let's make a deal. I'll give you all the advice, tips and strategies you'll need to do a fantastic job. In return, all I ask of you is your time, your mind and your commitment.

I really enjoyed writing this book and I hope you'll enjoy reading it. I've written loads of other books on weddings and wedding speeches, but I genuinely believe this is my best. I'm delighted to say my publisher agrees! I've kept it simple and chatty because that's the language of easy communication. If you have any comments on the book, I'd love to hear them. Write to me at How To Books and I promise to reply.

About this edition

• Publisher: How To Books
• Publication date: 2006
• ISBN 10: 1845281047
• ISBN 13: 9781845281045
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 158