The New Essential Guide to Gay and Lesbian Weddings - Softcover

Ayers, Tess; Brown, Paul

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1593501218 ISBN 13: 9781593501211

Publisher: Alyson Books, 2009

Synopsis

 The original wedding planner for gays and lesbians is updated, and more fun and informative than ever! 

The latest in wedding etiquette, witty anecdotes and unexpected historical trivia, make this an indispensable and truly entertaining resource for same-sex couples who want to plan an unforgettable and perfectly orchestrated wedding.  It leads you through topics from the philosophical to the practical, and answers the tough questions such as:

 

•  

  The first of its kind back when same-sex marriage was still a novelty, this complete guide is  indispensable for any couple thinking about tying the knot!

  About the authors: Tess Ayers, a former television producer, is married to Jane Anderson, her partner of 27 years. Paul Brown is a public school teacher in Southern California.

  Tess Ayers is happily married to Jane Anderson, her partner of fifteen years.

  Paul Brown has worked in theater and television and has coordinated numerous weddings and events. 

About this title

About the Author:

Tess Ayers is happily married to Jane Anderson, her partner of fifteen years. Paul Brown has worked in theater and television and has coordinated numerous weddings and events.

Review:

“Now in its third edition, this guide offers 22 chapters of witty, wise, and practical advice, covering everything from domestic partnerships and the concept of marriage to how to cope (e.g., being gay in a straight world). . . . This indispensable book also contains illustrations, inspiring photographs, and an extensive list of web resources.”
—Library Journal

“A beautifully conceived and illustrated book that tackles every aspect of the wedding ceremony with humor and pride. . . . Tongue-in-cheek hyperbole is the hallmark of this thorough and witty guide, and traditional couples as well as gays will find its lighthearted yet seriously knowledgeable tone refreshing. . . . this book [is] as much a statement about gay life as it is a nontraditional wedding planner.”
—Patricia Holt, San Francisco Chronicle

“[The book offers] hints on how to deal with family members (an obstacle at many weddings but sometimes more so in same-sex weddings) with humor, and shared experiences that will help any couple put their wedding into perspective.”
—Tony Bravo, San Francisco Chronicle

“[The authors] answer with eloquence and wit the arguments that many gay activists have marshaled in opposition to gay and lesbians codifying their relationships in the same ways that straights do. . . . even the book’s most serious advice is generously larded with humor. . . . [Ayers and Brown] have left out none of the trappings.”
—Charles Isherwood, The Advocate

“A chatty, humorous compendium of traditions, advice, and wedding details geared for same-sex couples.”
—Publishers Weekly

“All you need is love—and this book—to have a great wedding.”
—Melissa Etheridge, musician and LGBT activist

“Everything you need to consider to plan the event of a lifetime—except the man or woman of your dreams.”
—Eric Marcus, author of Making History and Is It a Choice?

“Even the straight and single will get a kick out of this book! I found myself having lesbian-marriage envy!”
—Kathy Najimy, actor and writer

About this edition

• Publisher: Alyson Books
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 1593501218
• ISBN 13: 9781593501211
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 304