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Enjoy a stress-free wedding and discover all that is required of a groom on the big day with The Everything Groom Book.Without question, you love your bride-to-be and want to spend the rest of your life with her. Ever since you popped the question, however, she’s seemed somewhat different—more anxious, more neurotic, and more fixated on the “little things” like flowers, bridal registry china, and why the bridesmaids hate their dresses. Before you head for the back door, take a deep breath—help is on the way. The Everything Groom Book is here to help you keep your sanity while your fiancé loses hers. Get no-nonsense advice on how to: -Handle the emotional roller coaster -Choose a wedding location and date -Narrow down the guest list -Know when to give your opinion—and when to hold back -Smooth over disagreements From timing the engagement to enjoying your honeymoon, The Everything Groom Book is your ticket to a hassle-free wedding.

Shifty eyes? Your boss is lying. Wide, open eyes? Your blind date is definitely interested. Crossed arms? Your mother-in-law is feeling defensive.You can read anyone''s body language—if you know how and where to look. Master the art of nonverbal communication and you''ll unlock the secrets of everyone you meet—yourself included!Learn how to:Identify an aggressive handshakeRecognize a genuine smileDisplay self confidenceTell when your child is fibbingShow your date you''re interested When you can interpret body language, you''re literally clued in to the world around you—and everyone in it. Whether you''re at work, at home, or even on a blind date, The Everything Body Language Book is your ticket to understanding people—one wink, blink, and nod at a time!

Is my daughter telling me the truth about where she was last night?How can I show my boss that I am ready for a promotion?I think that girl likes me, but I'm not sure.Crossed arms. Eye contact. Fidgeting. These are all the body's subtle ways of speaking, and they can tell you more than you think. With over half of human communication coming from movement, you need a comprehensive guide to reading and understanding body language. This updated edition features an expanded section on discovering deception and foolproof ways to spot a liar.With this guide, you'll learn valuable nonverbal nuances, including how to:Project professional body language at workDetect a liar at home, school, or in a relationshipTell if your date is into you--or planning to leave youRecognize and control hostile body language you may projectDecipher digital and online body languageFrom dating to job interviews to finding out if your kid really did eat his veggies, this is the ultimate guide to master the art of nonverbal communication!

Is my daughter telling me the truth about where she was last night? How can I show my boss that I am ready for a promotion? I think that girl likes me, but I''m not sure.Crossed arms. Eye contact. Fidgeting. These are all the body''s subtle ways of speaking, and they can tell you more than you think. With over half of human communication coming from movement, you need a comprehensive guide to reading and understanding body language. This updated edition features an expanded section on discovering deception and foolproof ways to spot a liar.With this guide, you''ll learn valuable nonverbal nuances, including how to:Project professional body language at workDetect a liar at home, school, or in a relationshipTell if your date is into you--or planning to leave youRecognize and control hostile body language you may projectDecipher digital and online body language From dating to job interviews to finding out if your kid really did eat his veggies, this is the ultimate guide to master the art of nonverbal communication!

The Everything Bachelorette Party Book is the perfect handbook for planning a fun and unique bachelorette party for the bride. Including information on everything from parties in the home and a night out on the town, this book helps the hostess plan the party, follow etiquette, handle a guest list, and keep the bride engaged!

Stare or glare—which is it? If you can’t read the visual clues of body language, you could lose a lot in the translation. Body Language Basics makes you fluent in no time. Whether you’re trying to get a read on a new client’s willingness to make a deal or wondering if your date’s down-turned gaze indicates disinterest or coyness, Body Language Basics shows you how to get a better read on the subconscious signals people send your way.

Plan your dream wedding with this beautiful yet practical wedding organizer that helps you stay on budget, never miss a step, create your perfect day, and remember those magical moments with your partner for a lifetime.Plan the wedding of your dreams with ease! From finding the right venue to picking the perfect dress to keeping track of a seemingly endless list of phone numbers and email addresses, planning your dream wedding can be overwhelming. I Do: A Planner for Your Perfect Wedding Day is the solution to staying organized, stress-free, and never missing a thing. In this planner, you’ll find dozens of worksheets, checklists, charts, and more to help you keep track of everything you need to know for your special day. You’ll also find expert advice to help you make those many (many!) decisions feel as easy as possible.-Wondering how to keep your vendors information and payment organized? There’s a worksheet for that!-Not sure what you need to get your marriage license? There’s a checklist for that!-Trying to decide how to get the most out of social media when it comes to planning? There’s advice for that! Work together with your soon-to-be spouse to make decisions, plan your special day, and create an incredible keepsake to remember your wedding planning experience together. No matter your challenge or question, this convenient organizer is an irreplaceable tool to make planning your dream wedding a breeze.

If the thought of having your wedding ceremony two blocks away bores you, The Everything® Destination Wedding Book is your complete resource to planning a perfect wedding miles away—all while sticking to a budget!Destination weddings—the new trend in nuptials! Do you want to take a less-than- traditional route with your wedding? Wedding expert Shelly Hagen takes you from start to finish, planning elaborate details and making arrangements, such as: • Choosing the right destination and climate for your wedding • Assembling the guest list (does your second cousin need to be there?) • Finding accommodations for your guests • Planning the ceremony and reception • Plus—a section on adjusting to married life after your trip This enlightening and informative guide tells you the ins and outs of this new wedding trend—from deciding which locale is best for you up to the intricacies of your big day. With The Everything® Destination Wedding Book, you can have your fantasy wedding—on a realistic budget!

If the thought of having your wedding ceremony two blocks away bores you, The Everything® Destination Wedding Book is your complete resource to planning a perfect wedding miles away—all while sticking to a budget!Destination weddings—the new trend in nuptials! Do you want to take a less-than- traditional route with your wedding? Wedding expert Shelly Hagen takes you from start to finish, planning elaborate details and making arrangements, such as: • Choosing the right destination and climate for your wedding • Assembling the guest list (does your second cousin need to be there?) • Finding accommodations for your guests • Planning the ceremony and reception • Plus—a section on adjusting to married life after your trip This enlightening and informative guide tells you the ins and outs of this new wedding trend—from deciding which locale is best for you up to the intricacies of your big day. With The Everything® Destination Wedding Book, you can have your fantasy wedding—on a realistic budget!

Surprise! You may never have thought the time would come-or else you''ve successfully resisted thinking about it - but your daughter''s getting married! What does this mean for you? Engagement parties? Rehearsal dinners? Destination weddings?With these thoughts and many others filling your head, you''ve got to be prepared to handle any situation-from requests for obscene amounts of money to dealing with your new in-laws.The Everything Father of the Bride Book shows you how to:Keep the bride cool and collectedCreate a workable budget that everyone can agree onUse diplomacy to figure out who pays for whatSmooth over family disagreements with tact and graceMake sure that, above all, everyone is having fun!If you can''t stop thinking about how much you have to do before it''s time for your daughter to say, "I do," The Everything Father of the Bride Book is the perfect guide to help get you to the church on time, too!