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The Complete Best Man

 

[ Buy this book ] W elcome, sir ... or madam. Yes, the role of best man is no longer exclusively a male preserve ... and sometimes more than one person does the job. But to have called this book The Complete Best Man, Best Girl, Best Man and Girl and Best Men would have been a bit of a mouthful.In th... [ Read More ]

About the Author

John Bowden - When it comes to being a brilliant modern best man, John Bowden 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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1.Preface

2.The Appointment
Make Your Mind Up Time; Meet The Extended Family;

3.Countdown To The Big Day
Where And When?; How Many?; Who's Paying?; Clothing; Transport; The Ceremony; The Reception; Payments; Your Gift; Honeymoon Preparations; Wedding Eve;

4.Stag Dos And Don'Ts
Get Organised; Travel Arrangements; Pranks And Other Nocturnal Delights;

5.The Big Day
Before The Wedding; At The Wedding; At The Reception; Final Duties;

6.Checklist
Checklist 1 Countdown To The Big Day; Checklist 2 The Stag Do; Checklist 3 The Big Day; Checklist 4 Your Speech;

7.Ground Rules
Know Your Purpose; Make Happy Talk; Be Original; Content; Green; Amber; Red;

8.Planning Your Speech
A Basic Structure; Opening Lines And Response On Behalf Of The Bridesmaids; Introduce Yourself; Set The Tone; Make A Few General Compliments; Roast The Groom; Praise The Groom; Compliment The Bride; Congratulate The Happy Couple; Offer A Few Pearls Of Wisd

9.Writing Your Speech
Choose Your Material; Get Creative?; Keep It Flowing; Use Words To Be Said, Not Read; Prepare Your Script;

10.Making Your Speech
Find Your Style; Make Fear Your Friend;