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The Complete Best Man

How to Turn a Terrifying Prospect into a Piece of Cake

Author: John Bowden   Series: William Lorimer

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When it comes to being a brilliant modern best man, the author knows what he's talking about. He's been there, done it and got a crate of tee shirts. He has also written several books on weddings and speechmaking and is a member of the Comedy Writers' Association.

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When it comes to being a brilliant modern best man, the author knows what he's talking about. He's been there, done it and got a crate of tee shirts. He has also written several books on weddings and speechmaking and is a member of the Comedy Writers' Association.

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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

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Critic Reviews

"'...particularly helpful if you're concerned about how to convey sincere (and expected) emotions without your mates laughing at you!...Well worth the money.' An Amazon reader"'This book certainly makes the speech a pleasure rather than a terrifying prospect.' Asian Groom & Man

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About the Author

John Bowden is the author of a number of books on written communication in the professional and public spheres, including public speaking, wedding speeches and writing reports.

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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

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Product Details

Publisher
Little, Brown Book Group | How To Books Ltd
Published
14th March 2006
Pages
160
ISBN
9781845281045

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