FATHER OF THE BRIDE

Speech and duties 2nd edition

John Bowden

• PRICE £8.99
• EXTENT 192 pages
• BINDING Paperback
• FORMAT 234 x 153 mm
• ISBN 978-1-84528-400-8
• PUB DATE 28 March 2010
• BIC CODE WJW
• CATEGORY Weddings
• TERRITORIES World Rights

KEY POINTS

• Today families come in such variety that more and more couples are sensibly throwing etiquette to the wind and relying instead on their own common sense.
• This complete handbook for any father of the bride to be is packed with valuable tips and advice:
• Find out what is traditionally expected
• Convey the right messages to your daughter and her husband-to-be
• Possibly head off potential family feuds or financial stress
• And help everyone have a great time!
• This updated new edition has an expanded section on making that all important speech

JOHN BOWDEN is a lecturer in communication skills. He has written several books on weddings and speech making and has appeared on BBC radio and television as an expert in these subjects. John lives in Somerset with his wife Paula.

CONTENTS

• Part 1 - Early days
• 1.She's engaged!
• 2.Your future son-in-law
• Part 2 - Getting organised
• 3.What is expected of you?
• 4.Family matters
• 5.Money saving strategies
• 6.Offering useful advice
• 7.Preparing your speech
• Part 3 - Four parties & a wedding
• 8.Pre-wedding celebrations
• 9.Ceremonial duties
• 10.Reception responsibilities
• 11.The future
• Resources