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Vision In White

Author: Nora Roberts
Publisher: Berkley Trade
Publication date: 2009-03-12
ISBN:
Pages: 352
Rating:
Price: $16.00

Nora Roberts is truly a publishing phenomenon. With over 250 million copies of her novels in print, she has come a long way since she wrote her first novel in a spiral notebook using a No. 2 pencil. Now she has published over 150 novels and her work has been optioned and made into films, excerpted in national magazines and translated in over twenty-five different countries. "I always have stories running around in my head," she explains. "Once I start putting them down on paper, I just keep going; I just keep writing." In addition to her amazing success in mainstream fiction, Nora Roberts remains committed to writing for her category romance audience that took her to into their heart in 1981 with her very first book, a Silhouette romance. Nora Roberts continues to write futuristic romantic suspense as J.D. Robb, and her characters Eve Dallas and Roarke have become two of her most popular creations ever. Her J.D. Robb titles are hailed as "a perfect balance of suspense, futuristic police procedure and steamy romance...truly fine entertainment" by Publishers Weekly. Reviewers agree that Nora Roberts deserves praise. The Los Angeles Daily News describes her as "a word artist, painting her story and her characters with vitality and verve." Kirkus Reviews comments on True Betrayals saying "Roberts' style has a fresh, contemporary snap." Roberts is said to be "reminiscent of Jacqueline Briskin and Sidney Sheldon" by Booklist, and Rex Reed lauds her saying, "Move over Sidney Sheldon: the world has a new master of romantic suspense, and her name is Nora Roberts." Publishers Weekly claims "Roberts keeps getting better...[her] prolificness shows no sign of abating." They add, "When Roberts puts her expert finger on the pulse of romance, legions of fans feel the heartbeat." USA Today calls Nora "a consistently entertaining writer." The remarkable Ms. Roberts did not become a success overnight. By the time her first novel, Irish Thoroughbred, was published in 1981, she already had three years of hard work behind her and several rejected manuscripts languishing in drawers. Today, according to Entertainment Weekly, "her stories have fueled the dreams of twenty-five million readers." One of America's leading novelists, her books are published around the world. She is frequently invited to promote her novels in other countries. Her recent travels took her to England, Italy, Australia and Japan to meet fans, fellow authors and aspiring writers. Sanctuary was made into a television movie which aired in 2001 on CBS as "Nora Roberts' Sanctuary." The cast includes Melissa Gilbert, Emmy-winner Kathy Baker and Costas Mandylor. CBS has also optioned The Reef for another television movie. Montana Sky has been optioned by TriStar Television for a two-hour television movie. Her book This Magic Moment became the television film "Magic Moments" starring Emmy-winner John Shea and Jenny Seagrove. Sacred Sins has been optioned for film by Kaleidoscope, and Private Scandals has been optioned by Burt Reynolds Productions. Reflections and The Law is a Lady were selected by Good Housekeeping magazine for presentation as condensed novels. Honest Illusions and Private Scandals were featured as Readers Digest's Condensed Books. The Associated Press, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Cosmopolitan, People Magazine and Entertainment Weekly have all featured or mentioned Nora Roberts in articles about writing and the romance genre. She has appeared on ABC-TV's Good Morning America and Cable News Network, and has been featured on the television programs To Tell the Truth, Entertainment Tonight, and Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous. She has been interviewed by local television and radio programs across the country, and she has been featured in dozens of newspapers, including the Washington Post, Baltimore Sun, Toronto Star, The Toronto Sun, Washington Times, Detroit Free Press, Chicago Tribune, and Atlanta Constitution.

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Classic, Awesome, Romantic Nora (2010-05-17)

THIS is the kind of Nora tale I love. Authentic characters in 'real life' situations, talking, acting and reacting like people you know yourself. Her dialogue is second to none, her setting of scene and evocative writing style are in top form. Flat out? Nora can WRITE. Can't wait for book 2!

Clark Kent meets Lois Lane. (2010-05-16)

I understand that if you have read many of Nora Robert's books before, this is recycled. However, this is the first one I've read, so for me it's fresh. I like the simple plot and the romance. It's warm, fuzzy and relaxing. Sometimes that is just the kind of book I like, because I'm so sick of historical romances and their rehashed alpha males. I saw this as Clark Kent meets Lois Lane. We liked the movie. The tough as nail Lois with the goofy nerdy Clark who is only alpha when he has to be. The tough as nails Lois who is always in a rushed mess. That was Carter and Mac. I like nerdy professor books. It reminds me of C. Bronte's, "The Professor". A book many don't like, but I did. I'm sure if I read more of Nora Robert's books, it would wear thin, so to those who have read her books, be warned. If you haven't read her books, then this is a simply funny, nerdy and heartwarming love story. It's relaxing and there is no DIM, but a lot of romance from a sweet guy and a tough woman who has to finally get a hold on her life. Bob the math teacher was a funny character that had good math nerd jokes and advice on women. Mac's mother is a piece of work that many people might relate to. I like the way that Carter beats himself up unintentionally all the time. Mac was harder to take, but if you think Lois Lane, you might like her. All in all... Charming.

romance!!! (2010-05-14)

loved this book. i wish i meet a Carter! i couldnt put it down. im gonna buy the whole series on my kindle! Yay!

Love Nora Roberts (2010-05-07)

I love anything by Nora Roberts and the Bride Quartet is no exception. I thoroughly enjoyed all 3 of the books so far and only wish the 4th was coming out sooner.

Fairytale: Vision in White (2010-05-04)

The story line was beautiful..Very romantic and funny.I found myself laughing a lot..I love that they are friends and work together. The other books in the Quartet are awesome as well. Thank you to Roberts for writing these because they are just outstanding. I love all of Nora Roberts books. I hope that it might be made a movie. I think it would be fantastic. I just finished the third book and it was so perfect. I cried with the 3rd book...I can not wait until the last book cones out.

You have to read these books. These are books of friends,there lives, and all the things every women under goes when they get married. I wish I could have found a place like Vows to handle all the details of my own wedding. It is so nice not to have to worry about every little thing, and get all the help from these four women who really care about the work they do. They want to make your day so special and happy. Yet they find love for themselves. I love all the women Parker,Emma,Mac, and Laurel. They share all the ups and downs of there life. I have it very funny when they know when one of there friends has a special night with a guy. I really fell in love with the guys as well.

Bed of Roses (The Bride Quartet, Book 2)

Author: Nora Roberts
Publisher: Berkley Trade
Publication date: 2009-10-27
ISBN: 0425230074
Pages: 368
Rating:
Price: $16.00

Love blooms in the second novel in Nora Roberts's celebrated Bride Quartet series.

As little girls MacKensie, Emma, Laurel, and Parker spent hours acting out their perfect make believe "I do" moments. Years later their fantasies become reality when they start their own wedding planning company to make every woman's dream day come true. With perfect flowers, delicious desserts, and joyful moments captured on film, Nora Roberts's Bride Quartet shares each woman's emotionally magical journey to romance.

In Bed of Roses, florist Emma Grant is finding career success with her friends at Vows wedding planning company, and her love life appears to be thriving. Though men swarm around her, she still hasn't found Mr. Right. And the last place she's looking is right under her nose.

But that's just where Jack Cooke is. He's so close to the women of Vows that he's practically family, but the architect has begun to admit to himself that his feelings for Emma have developed into much more than friendship. When Emma returns his passion—kiss for blistering kiss—they must trust in their history…and in their hearts.

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Another good one (2010-05-18)

Another enjoyable book by Nora Roberts. Hopefully, I will be able to read the third book in the near future!

Just as Good as Book 1 (2010-05-17)

Loved it. Once again, Nora's writing style captures friendship (male and female) perfectly and with authenticity. She has crafted another wonderful love story for these four divas of wedding planning - and I'm eager for book 3!

weddings and romance (2010-05-15)

if you love nora roberts, then you probably already have this book. if you like to read romance and want a behind the scenes glimpse of what the floral designer for weddings goes through..it's a fascinating read just from that point of view and , of course, the wonderful support and love of the kind of friends that any of us would hope to have. make sure to get the 1st and 3rd of the four books that are out already so you can get the full story..they're all worth the read.

Wonderful and Delight to read (2010-05-12)

I have read the first two of the series and such light and enjoyable reading. Quite different than other Nora Roberts books. Waiting for the third of the series now. A must read for everyone!!!

Another dose of romance! (2010-05-04)

It is fitting that, so far, of the series, "Bed of Roses" proves to be more lushly romantic than "Vision in White" (which was also wonderful!) since Book #2 focuses on Emmaline Grant, the "true romantic" of four women and lifelong friends - Parker, Mackensie (who had her day in ViW), Laurel, and Emma - who have taken their pretend game of Wedding Day as kids and have managed to make a business out of it with Vows, a wedding planning service.

Book #2 focuses on Emmaline Grant's - Emma for short - desire to be loved and swept away. Her inspiration comes not only from the successful business she helps to run and works at as a florist - but from her own background of her parents' courtship and romance, a blending of two different cultures that Ms. Roberts sweetly elaborates upon. Seeing her parents still so in love, Emma will accept nothing less.

Enter Jack Cooke. Jack has been a friend of all four women for years. He is also the best friend of Parker's brother, Delaney (Del). Jack finds himself attracted to Emma in a very definite non-sibling way, but his fears of screwing up the dynamic of his friendships with everyone - and his reputation as a ladies' man - proves to be something of an obstacle in going after Emma. Especially since Jack is well aware of the romantic that Emma is. There is also the fact that his own background with his folks is diametrically opposed to Emma's, being the product of a broken home with parents who moved on without a glance back. However, as things do happen, they take the gamble. Though, eventually, the two different experiences definitely end up casting a shadow on their developing relationship.

That said, this is, naturally, a romance novel. Set amidst the backdrop of a wedding business. So, naturally, romance is key. And Ms. Roberts manages to skirt sweet and hot with considerable skill. Emma and Jack's chemistry is palpable, and you root for them to make it past their differences to make something worthwhile! With some help from the rest of the bunch, happiness is all but assured.

"Bed of Roses" manages to show a likable hero and heroine; Jack is a bit of a rogue with a definite romantic side for the right woman, and Emma - who could be positively annoying under many other authors - is romantic without being too terribly cloying. The only issue I had in the book is after Emma and Jack split for a while. I get supporting Emma, but Jack was supposedly also a friend, and he seemed to get short shrift. Luckily, things right themselves later, and my initial annoyance faded. But that was maybe a mere 2% of an otherwise enjoyable read.

All in all, this is yet another superb book in the Bride Quartet series, a sugar rush, novel style. And, as with "Vision in White", the cover art is lovely, and it sets the mood for the books and the series as a whole.

So, if you're in the market for a great summer read, pick this up (along with the other books in the series).

Bridal Bargains: Secrets to Throwing a Fantastic Wedding on a Realistic Budget

Authors: Denise Fields, Alan Fields
Publisher: Windsor Peak Press
Publication date: 2008-12-01
ISBN: 1889392294
Pages: 468
Rating:
Price: $14.95

The national best seller the wedding industry does NOT want you to read! Bridal Bargains teaches couples all the tricks to saving money on a wedding-and how to avoid pitfalls and scams. With the average wedding costing in excess of $20,000, Bridal Bargains is the solution to tying the knot without breaking the bank.

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A MUST BUY TO PLAN YOUR WEDDING! (2010-05-10)

25 years ago I was a wedding photographer, and on the side I was a bridal consultant. I worked the wedding scene for many years. Now that my daughter is getting married and my husband and I are responsible for the bill. I wanted to know how much things have changed in the wedding business. I read the Bridal Bargains Book and to my surprise not much has changed. The wedding business is a ripoff in all aspects. You say the word wedding and the price goes up at least 50%. This book is a world of knowledge on how to avoid over spending and gives key tips on saving money. There is very sound advice in this book. I highly recommend this book! I will be buying it for all the brides to be and their parents in my life.

Discusses big wedding frills for those on a budget (2010-05-07)

The authors hold the view that the wedding industry is a racket, but they buy into the consumer's dream and just give you tips on how to play the game and beat the racket, not leave it behind. If you are on a budget and just starting your look at how you want to celebrate the start of your marriage, I recommend _One Perfect Day: The Selling of the American Wedding_ (a little academic, but eye-opening) or _Brides, Inc_. Does your wedding have to be $30,000 extravaganza? No. Does it have to be a bargain-basement version with an over-priced at any price white meringue dress, tasteless multi-tiered cake and tons of tulle ?

No. Just remember: it's a ceremony followed by a party with people you love and who love you. If you want the frills but lack the cash, then maybe this book is for you.

Fantastic - LOTS of detail and specifics (2010-04-17)

This is now the second "version" of this book that I have bought. It is FILLED with detail and specifics, without sacrificing the over-all "big picture" ideas that you need to keep in mind when planning a wedding. The book works for almost anyone (there is a section for those that live in Canada too!) and I would highly recommend this book to anyone thinking about getting married.

Must have! (2010-04-06)

This book is a must have for brides to be. Especially helpful is a rating of bridal gowns by designer. This book has already paid for itself in cost savings!

Plain, but informative (2010-03-28)

There is a LOT of good information in this book. It's well written and I guess for the price you get what you pay for, but I would've liked to see this a bit more expanded with color details.
There's lots of good advice for saving money, but some of the websites are dated.

Overall I would recommend.

The Wedding Girl

Authors: Madeleine Wickham
Publisher: Thomas Dunne Books
Publication date: 2010-04-01
ISBN:
Pages: 336
Rating:
Price: $24.99

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Lighthearted chick lit (2010-05-12)

While I've read every one of Wickhams books - including all the Sophie Kinsella. I must say this isn't my favorite, nor is it the worst. In true Wickham fashion you have the main character who like a lot of us out there, put off what needs to be done until it's almost too late. While there were parts that made me laugh, there were sections I wish I could jump into the book and slap a few characters. Easy read and recommended for any Chick-Lit lover.

More thoughtful - I feel like I'm growing up with her (2010-02-14)

I bought the first Shopaholic book when it came out in the UK as The Secret Dreamworld of a Shopaholic and thought it was hilarious. I've been following Sophie/Madeline ever since, and feel like her topics are growing up at just about the same pace I am. I can see why some people who are expecting more of the Shopaholic fun to be disappointed by this, but that's why she writes with two names - these Madeline Wickham books are always more thoughtful and slightly darker.

Anyway, I loved it. I loved the twists and turns, I loved the characters, and I loved all the different perspectives she writes from. It's still a fun book, don't get me wrong. It's not all serious. Just deals with more real issues than the Shopaholic books. The story and characters have more depth.

Still, I read it on a flight and it was a wonderful way to pass four hours. I really hope Madeline Wickham sticks around for a long time!

Bravo Madeline! (2010-02-02)

Although the entire pretext of this story, Milly's impulsive marriage, is rather silly, somehow the whole story ends up working beautifully. Whether writing in her pen or real name, Wickham has an amazing ability to create characters who you care about despite the fact that they are often foolish, immature, dizzy, flighty et al. Milly is pretty much all of those, but she ends up being likeable because of the writing.

The Isobel and Harry sub-plot was far more preposterous, and could have been omitted without any harm to the storyline.

But all in all, I really loved this story!

fun wickham outing (2010-01-29)

I started to give this latest Wickham social comedy 4 stars. It didn't make me cry. It didn't make me laugh out loud. And I probably won't ever wonder about "what that character would be up to now" the way I do with a couple of Madeline Wickham's (aka Sophie Kinsella) other creations. It was a four star in the realm of Wickham's scintillating universe of outrageous characters and situations, but it was a five star in the realm of books in general, if what you are looking for is delightful fluff that rings true -- the best escapism possible.

We meet Milly as a romantic and adventurous 18-year old who commits an impetuous act of friendship that will change her life; quickly the story brings us to contemporary times, as 28-year old Milly is preparing for her media-worthy marriage to Simon, a rich young man full of daddy issues. I guess part of the reason I didn't *love* this book is because I never really sympathized much with our protagonist; nor did I much care for Simon who, by the end, I wasn't sure I *wanted* Milly to hook. Wickham/Kinsella is always fun, but here I'd say she is missing the depth of insight that usually sets her above most writers. As usual the author excels at drawing meaningful character profiles quickly, and then placing them rapidly into the worst couple of weeks of their lives -- one hopes!

Fun read, but not the author's best.

Not Madeleine Wickman (AKA Sophie's) best book (2009-11-30)

To be honest this book does not come close to Sophie's previous books. It's lacks the witt and charm that her Shopaholic Series produced. I struggled to get into the characters and really found it drab.

The Wedding Book: The Big Book for Your Big Day

Authors: Mindy Weiss, Lisbeth Levine
Publisher: Workman Publishing Company
Publication date: 2008-03-27
ISBN: 0761139605
Pages: 485
Rating:
Price: $19.95

Announcing the wedding bible: the most complete, lively, handholding, step-by-step guide to help every couple have a perfect wedding—no matter their budget, taste, or personalities. More than 2.2 million North American couples tie the knot each year; until now, only a mere fraction could work with celebrity wedding planner Mindy Weiss. But the significant fact is not Ms. Weiss's clientele, but the reason for it: She's so very good at what she does. And now she shares all of her hard-won experience, wisdom, inspiration, and style tips.

The Wedding Book covers everything, in a voice filled with understanding: announcing the engagement, and what to do when someone isn't happy about the news; creating a budget; the pros and cons of destination weddings. Drawing up the guest list; planning the ceremony (and how to personalize your vows); menus to inspire; contracts and wedding insurance. Shopping for the dress, six great hairstyles, tuxedo vs. dinner jacket, the etiquette of invitations. Style tips for flowers, the tabletop, linens; a cake that says "you"; the crucial "Sixty Days Until I Do"; rehearsal dinner strategies; plus freezing the cake and preserving the bouquet.

Today the average cost of a wedding is $25,000—at $19.95, The Wedding Book is the smartest investment a bride-to-be could make.

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Great Resource For Every Bride! (2010-04-24)

I am planning a medium/small wedding for myself and my fiance and I have found this book infinitely useful. As someone who likes to do my research and know what I am talking about going into an appointment, I really like that I can read through a section and get tons of useful information. For example, the chapter on the wedding dress has images and descriptions of all the different silhouettes, sleeve styles, etc. Likewise, the accessory section images and descriptions of different veils. Knowing this information makes me a lot more confident going dress shopping!

As a bride on a budget, I could not follow every suggestion in this book - but I still think it is a useful starting point and a great source of basic information when you don't have much experience with weddings!

Far exceeded my expectations (2010-03-27)

I had read other reviews of this book on here that called it stuck up and not realistic for a bride on a budget. Being one myself, I was turned off and decided that the book would not be worth it for me. However, after hearing a number of other people talk about this book with nothing but glowing reviews, I decided to give it a shot. I am SO glad that I did! This book covers every single aspect of a wedding, top to bottom & start to finish, and the advice contained therein is useful for a wedding being planned on a $5k budget or $50k. The authors cover every aspect of the day- announcing your engagement, invitations, catering, music, photography... everything!- but they never pressure you to spend a certain amount or say that one option is better than the other. Instead, they present you with ALL of your options, including some cultural or religious points you may not have thought of, in order for you to make a fully informed and thoughtful decision. They also include lots of helpful charts and indexes in the back regarding seating, budgeting, lists of questions to ask vendors before you book them, etc. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone involved in the planning of a wedding!

great book (2010-03-25)

It is book is very helpful. It is more of an advisor than a planner.

Terrible service and seller (2010-02-17)

I would give this seller negative reviews if I could. It took ten days before my item even shipped. My compliant went no where: I was told no cancellations and that I would have to pay for return if refunded. Thanks for nothing. Buyer beware.

The every-bride's guide (2010-02-03)

I bought this on a whim, but it quickly became my wedding "bible." Just wish I had bought it when we first got engaged. It was as if Mindy was right there walking me through each step along the way. So helpful and fun. I loved the bits of wedding lore and trivia.

The Knot Ultimate Wedding Planner: Worksheets, Checklists, Etiquette, Calendars, and Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

Authors: Carley Roney
Publisher: Broadway
Publication date: 1999-12-28
ISBN: 0767902475
Pages: 200
Rating:
Price: $17.99

Filled with easy-to-follow checklists and worksheets, contract guides, and the hip insight you love on TheKnot.com, this comprehensive guide will take you through the countless stages of wedding planning and help you stay organized so you can pull off a the perfect wedding -- without losing your sanity! Planning timelines, important questions to ask vendors, contract checklists, budget spreadsheets and tips, attendant cheat sheets, and much more are included in this thoroughly modern, must-have wedding planning resource. 200 pages. Published by Broadway Books (a division of Random House).

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Great gift! (2010-04-03)

Bought this book for my best friend when she got engaged... She loves it! Its been very helpful.

**** (2010-02-28)

Pretty helpful!
it was my top pick of all the books i could find at Barnes & Noble one night.
I'd recommend it to any bride.

Average wedding planner (2009-07-10)

it's a nice planner if you just need something smaller that will fit in your purse. It's not the type that has a binder attached with pockets or folders to store paperwork, which would have been more helpful. I also don't like the stories that go along with each section about other people's wedding. Half of the stories I can't even relate to so they don't help. The time line as far as what you should be getting done when is very helpful! As well as the pages that allow you to write all your contact information for vendors.

wedding planning (2009-06-25)

goes with the web site information the knot is great for organizing the plan and all that goes with the wedding

Item is ok (2009-06-16)

This item is pretty good but also had a lot of information and sections that I won't even be using. It's good for someone planning an expensive and lavish wedding but not the best for someone planninga simple and less expensive wedding. It has good advice but would be better as a spiral bound book or if it had pockets.

Colin Cowie Wedding Chic: 1,001 Ideas for Every Moment of Your Celebration

Authors: Colin Cowie
Publisher: Clarkson Potter
Publication date: 2008-12-23
ISBN: 0307341801
Pages: 352
Rating:
Price: $40.00

ULTIMATE WEDDING PLANNER

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Great Book (2010-01-24)

As an Event and Wedding Planner, I find this book to be one of the favorites I share with my brides-to-be. They always come back with pages tabbed (I give them peel and sticks) and they create a vision for me of their dream wedding. It is all a matter of re-creating on the initial vision that Colin Cowie presents. Love it!

Good for thinking about the details (2009-12-12)

I checked this book out from the library, suspecting that I would flip through many pages of photos, scout out some things I like and be done with it. I figured most of the information would be for weddings well beyond my budget.

I was wrong on both counts.

While it's true that Colin Cowie's weddings are spectacular, luxurious affairs that often exceed a minimal budget, this book isn't really about how to create your over-the-top wedding. Instead, it's a nice tutorial on choosing details that will both tie an event together visually and provide an exceptional experience for guests. There certainly are lavish ideas in here, such as installing French doors and a sunken dance floor in an outdoor tent, but there's also a wealth of information for those of us trying to keep the numbers low: little things, such as vary the centerpieces and table coverings so that the reception seems thought out instead of mass-produced. (Maybe some of you are saying, "Well, duh," but I didn't think of it.)

The book is divided into several sections, covering everything from attire to reception decor to food and beverage. Each section offers a few pages of Cowie's advice, followed by several photos, each of which is annotated with a description of what makes that particular element work. You're probably not going to find an answer to every design question here, but there are enough gorgeous photos (with commentary) to get your creative gears turning.

Granted, if you have experience planning events, much of this book might be old hat, but if you're just someone trying to throw a wedding that your guests will remember, don't overlook this book. It's a great start.

Excellent pictures (2009-10-01)

Excellent ideas on decoration, drinks etc, but not as detailed as I was expecting.
Great quality of pictures.

Gorgeous! (2009-10-01)

This book is amazing. Lots of great ideas and great pictures! Vendor lists and everything. Great book!

GOOD BOOK NOT GREAT (2009-09-24)

THIS BOOK HELP ME SEE THE BIG PICTURE WHEN PLANNING A WEDDING, IT HAS AMAZING ADVICES, DESCRIPTIONS AND TIPS, BUT I EXPECTED MORE FROM THE PICTURES. EVEN SO I RECOMMEND THIS BOOK FOR EVERY BRIDE TO BE.

The Wedding Photographer's Planner

Authors: Kenny Kim
Publisher: Wiley
Publication date: 2010-04-26
ISBN: 0470570938
Pages: 288
Rating:
Price: $39.99

A full-color reference to planning for and executing a successful wedding day shoot

Wedding photography has become a major industry, and the number of photographers getting into this field is rapidly increasing—making it even more competitive. Written by top wedding photographer, Kenny Kim, this full-color reference walks you through all the major (and minor) steps involved in planning and organizing a successful wedding day shoot.

You'll get unique advice on everything from your initial meeting with the engaged couple to the final presentation of the commemorative book. Packed with checklists, schedules, etiquette tips, and much more, this book is an essential wedding photography resource for every wedding photographer.

• Provides detailed coverage of all the major and minor steps in preparing for a successful wedding day shoot
• Explores preparation for every detail of taking unique and memorable wedding day photos
• Spans the initial meeting with the couple all the way to presenting them with their photo album
• Reassures you of your preparation, using checklists, schedules, etiquette tips, answers to questions, and more

From rings and vows to dancing and "wows", this resource will help you prepare to capture every moment of a couple's special day.

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Provide good info if you aspire to be wedding photographer (2010-05-13)

The Wedding Photographer's Planner by Kenny Min is mainly a collection of checklist of what to anticipate in typical American wedding. It is quite comprehensive from engagement session, getting ready, ceremony, reception, and after wedding. It also includes some tips about business and further learning.

The book is suited for photographers who like to know what is the wedding photographers and what to expect in the event. For seasoned wedding photographers or if you already shots several weddings, the book gives a little value. The style covered in this wedding is pretty much traditional, meaning that most of the photography is done mostly by directing and less about anticipating extraordinary moments (candid style).

The checklists are helpful for new photographers so they don't miss any important details, but if you have experience in wedding photography, you should already know 80-90% of the stuff in the book.

The book has over 250 pages of content, but unfortunately, it is too heavy on images than on the text. The images are relevant to the page but do not have caption. Also I think the images are not the best of Kenny Kim works. It looks very ordinary.

If you need guidance or information how to start a wedding business, the book provide very good reference, but if you are experienced photographer looking for extraordinary insights that will set you to the next level, you should look for other books.

For more reviews (books, tips and gears), please visit my blog. The address is on my profile page. Thank you for reading.

A Wedding Photographer's Primer! (2010-05-12)

I have been working as a part time photographer for 4 years now. While planning my own wedding this year I made the decision to grow my photography biz by shooting weddings. Kenny's book is the perfect primer for me! He reminds us of some basics of photography along with the details that will help to set myself apart from other photographers in my area. This book is full of wonderful images which are inspiring. The check lists in the back are copied and in my shoot bag. After my first read-through I knew I needed to read the book again to gather more information!

Kenny's writing style is conversational so this is a quick read. Part of me wants to ship a copy to my wedding photographer so she won't miss anything on my big day!

Love this book!! (2010-05-11)

I love this book... its an easy to read book and very helpful.. I would recommend this book.

Must Have! (2010-05-08)

Definately a book I loved reading. I have a lot of photography books that are just sitting on the shelf, unread. I thought I was just gonna go through it first, check out the beautiful photos, then read it...But as soon as I read the first few pages I was hooked! I was half way through the book in no time. A lot of answers to my little questions, little details that I didn't think about at first, now I feel more than ready for another meeting! Thanks for taking the time to write this for us!

Tremendous book from a world-class photographer (2010-05-02)

Anyone reading this book will find it informative, thoughtful, practical, and accessible. My wife and I had the pleasure of having Kenny do our engagement and wedding photos last year (some of which appear in the book). We can attest from personal experience that Kenny is a true master of his craft and that he knows what he's writing about. We couldn't have been happier with either the experience of being photographed by Kenny or the results of his work. His technical skill and proficiency is outstanding -- Kenny has a phenomenal eye for light, setting, and angles, which enables him to find incredibly unique shots even in otherwise ordinary venues. He also has a gift for bringing out and capturing natural emotion through his ability to make people feel at ease using humor and empathy. Unlike many photographers who are highly skilled and professional, but take their work so seriously that it makes you feel like you're being graded at a piano recital, Kenny brings humungous amounts of warmth and joy to his work, which is totally infectious. Our engagement photo session -- despite starting off with a pre-spousal spat -- turned out to become one of the most enjoyable and fun days that my wife and I have ever had, which we largely attribute to Kenny's sunny disposition. Seriously, we couldn't recommend Kenny more highly as a wedding photographer or as an author/teacher for those aspiring into the profession.

Wedding Planning For Dummies

Authors: Laura F. Kaiser
Publisher: For Dummies
Publication date: 2008-07-28
ISBN:
Pages: 408
Rating:
Price: $19.99

It's hard to imagine any wedding detail that could have escaped inclusion in the pages of Weddings for Dummies. How to build a chuppah, how to anchor a comb in the bride's hair, who dances with whom and when--everything you ever wanted to know about getting hitched is right here. Fortunately, Marcy Blum and Laura Fisher Kaiser aren't afraid to give an opinion or two (there's a list of "Ten Tacky Temptations We Beg You to Resist"), but most of the information is entirely nonjudgmental. It's best to have a much-married older sister plan your wedding, but if you have to do it yourself, this is the perfect book to tell you how.

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good deal (2009-10-31)

Good condition, got here fast, and the quality was great. I would definately buy from this retailer again.

Wedding Planning for Dummies (2009-09-17)

The Wedding Planning for Dummies is an easy read with plenty of humor and illustrations from the author, which I thought was not only entertaining but rather useful. The book is intentionally written as a reference so I can easily skim through the first time and then go back to the table of contents or index to locate which aspect of wedding planning I wanted more information on. It was pretty thorough from how to tie a bowtie to how to have the wedding cake be a focal point. In each section it was also helpful by its format to help the reader identify the key points, reminders, and tips. I enjoyed the book and felt it was helpful to plan weddings.There are definitely alot of things to consider before putting wedding together and I think this book does a good job in taking something that could be complex be somewhat palatable for a person who has never planned a wedding before. I actually have planned weddings and hope to write a book someday perhaps to plan a wedding on a budget. I hope to add the same humor and enthusiasm as well.

This book is the best! (2009-07-12)

This is the second time I buy this book, I lost the first one and all I can say is: I love this book. I'm about to get married and everything I needed to have the wedding of my dreams was found in this book. Very easy, it explains step by step what, where and how to do to set up a great celebration. I truly recommend it. This's the best gift for any bride to be!

wedding planning for dummies (2009-04-29)

I bought this book for my daughter. She loved it. She is getting married in October and have bought dozen of book but this one is the most helpful. j.hall/tn

A MUST! (2008-10-09)

It has all the information you will ever need! It is also full of realistic advice... cutting out the frills and lace!

The Best of Martha Stewart Living : Weddings

Authors: Martha Stewart Living Magazine
Publisher: Clarkson Potter
Publication date: 1999-12-07
ISBN: 0609604260
Pages: 252
Rating:
Price: $55.00

The maven of all things tasteful, Martha Stewart has impeccable style when it comes to weddings, and The Best of Martha Stewart Living: Weddings compiles the finest ideas from the magazine of the same name. The book is designed to provide inspiration for the big day, whether it is for the ceremony or the reception. Wedding apparel isn't covered, but all of the other significant parts of the wedding are: ceremony and reception decorating, bouquets and boutonnieres, wedding cakes, favors, guest books, music--even storage and display of photographs and other memorabilia after the wedding.

Stewart encourages readers to use the book's ideas as inspiration for wedding elements unique to the bride and groom, and to avoid simply incorporating the book's ideas into their wedding day. She emphasizes that a wedding should reflect the couple's personality and wishes, as well as any customs they choose to follow. There are few rules of etiquette à la Emily Post. Instead, the book provides historical explanations of common wedding traditions, then gives examples of variations on that tradition that couples have decided to use in their weddings. Stylishly arranged color photographs of the bouquets, wedding cakes, reception decorations, table settings, party favors, and more bring the ideas to life; instructions for reproducing them are often provided.

Many of Martha's suggestions are doable even on a budget because they stick to simple, classic design. The reference section at the end of the book includes ceremony and reception planning and seating tips; music suggestions; recipes for cakes, drinks, and hors d'oeuvres; and sources for wedding supplies. The Best of Martha Stewart Living: Weddings should prove a rich source of inspiration for couples looking to add stylish and meaningful touches to their wedding day. --Kris Law

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Love all things Martha! (2009-09-22)

A Beautiful book that gives all that you expect from Martha for Weddings! A great help for decor, flowers, food, and more!!!

The Best of Martha Stewart Living Weddings (2008-09-10)

I was looking for something for a wedding. This book was just what I needed. Lots of pictures. Highly recommend it. Shipping and correspondence with seller was great. I love amazon.com....Thanks, Angie

Fantastic for wedding ideas in any budget! (2007-10-06)

I checked this book out at the library and had to keep renewing it! I used this for so many ideas for my wedding, and we spent less than 10k on the WHOLE thing by doing a lot of the things ourselves. Many people remarked it was the best wedding they've ever been to. I would have bought the book if I could have found it used, but it was too much new for my budget. Get this book! You won't regret it! Another great book for modern but charming wedding ideas is Jo Gartin's Weddings: An Inspiring Guide for the Stylish Bride. You can have a charming wedding without going into debt!

excellent (2007-09-04)

Martha Stewart has been my role model and continues to inspire me. Her magazines are worth subscribing to. They are filled with lots of ideas. she is a remarkable teacher.

Martha DEFINITELY knows her stuff! (2007-04-25)

First, I would like to personally thank Martha (and her team) for the wonderful inspiration and pleasure that my family and I gleaned from this book. After having copied flower ideas and taken on board general tips given, on the big day we were bowled over with the amount of appreciation shown and praise given by guests. The results were truly wonderful.

I would like to point out that even though at first glance, it appears that a small fortune would have to be spent to achieve any of the ideas sold in this book, that is simply NOT the case. (In our case, where we took advice we saved quite a lot of money.)

In fact, the ideas that we realized turned out to be the cheapest yet offered the most 'wow factor'. Truly, Martha is a wizard at making the most out of the simplest things. She absolutely knows what she is talking about and I recommend this book highly.

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