Weddings.

Don't let stress ruin your wedding! Discover how to successfully plan, survive, and--most importantly--enjoy your big day.

This is a compact yet comprehensive guide to getting married and staying sane! This practical and humorous little guide will help any savvy modern bride navigate the many perils and pitfalls of arranging a wedding. Wedding expert Leigh Crandall covers all the key areas including choosing a venue, setting the guest list, dealing with friends and family, the big day itself and much more. She also offers words of wisdom, emotional support and a clearsighted practical perspective along the way.

A humorous survival guide to coping with the panic that ensues when it seems everyone you know is getting married explains how to deal with the fears of never finding the perfect spouse, the cost of supplying gifts for everyone else, feelings of envy and resentment, and other crises. Original. 25,000 first printing.

'The Bride's Survival Guide' provides a user-friendly approach to planning the perfect wedding, packed with resources, basic etiquette, no-nonsense advice, an original wedding diary and true stories from recent newlyweds.

She's met "the one" and set the date--now she needs your help to plan and enjoy the wedding of her dreams. With this insightful yet practical guide, you'll provide the support she needs with love and grace. Noted wedding planner Katie Martin outlines the advice and information you need, including how to: Plan the perfect celebration--within budget Save money where it counts Sort through the guest list and design the seating charts Ensure that the reception runs smoothly This updated and revised edition features new material on communicating with the groom's family and following proper etiquette in sticky situations and is all you need to help you help your daughter have the wedding of her dreams!