So you have been asked ‘to say a few words’ on the big day. The problem is we don’t get much practice, do we? That’s why this book will prove so useful to you. It will show you how to prepare and deliver a unique and memorable little speech which even the most seasoned public speaker would be proud of. What’s more, it’s going to be fun!

Now in its fifth edition, this popular handbook is crammed with even more classics of humour and over 200 fresh one-liners that would prove surefire hits in any wedding speech. You’ll find something old, something new, plenty borrowed, but absolutely nothing blue!

A speechmaker is a showman – a performer – an entertainer. That’s why I am so indebted to the following funnymen and funnywomen who kindly took time out to tell me – and you – how they ‘make ‘em laugh’:

Rowan Atkinson, Lenny Henry, Joanna Lumley, Leslie Phillips, Andrew Sachs, Mollie Sugden, Chris Tarrant and Richard Wilson.

For the first time you can study and apply the techniques and tricks of the trade that professional entertainers use to hold and captivate their audiences.

But enough about the menu, let’s get to the meal. Bon appetit!