A World of Ways to Say ‘I Do’

Noah & Jordan Benshea
$21.00, weight 240 grams, HC
Wedding vows, readings, poems, and customs from different traditions and cultures. Did you know that in Australia it is traditional for the bride to carry a satin-covered horseshoe for good luck? (I had no idea that this was specifically an Australian custom).A pocket-sized book with interesting snippets.

Naming Register
Cindy Jenkins

$40.00, weight 550 grams, HC
Perfect for the professional celebrant. Maintain a record of all naming ceremonies conducted. Not only does it look impressive, but it keeps all naming client records together and accessible – very handy when naming the second child, or when re-contacting the family as part of a marketing campaign.

A book of Women’s Altars
Nancy Brady Cunningham
$35.00, weight 500 grams, PB
How to create sacred spaces for art, worship, solace or celebration. This is a book that acknowledges and explores the need for private places, with many worthwhile suggestions for ceremony and celebration. I just enjoy dipping into it.

Words for all Occasions
Michelle O’Regan, Erin Mew
$9.95, weight 225 grams, PB

Words for life's 'occasions' - the celebrations, the commiserations and the consolations. Birthdays - Weddings - Friendship- Anniversaries - Babies - Get Well - Religious Events - Invitations, and a collection of sayings for every occasion.

Sacred Dying
Megory Anderson

$28.50, weight 460 grams, PB
Creating Rituals for embracing the end of life. Death may be inevitable, but dying alone or in fear does not have to be Sacred Dying is theologian Megory Anderson's essential testimonial and handbook for creating a dignified, peaceful and more sacred end to life. Intended for those who are going through the death of a loved one as well as those facing death personally. This text is based on religious beliefs.

the grief book
Elizabeth Vercoe & Kerry Abramowski
$18.95, weight 275 grams, PB
Strategies for young people . Here is a book full of practical ideas to help you or somebody you know move through grief. Easily readable, this book is good for not-so-young people also. Deals with ‘why me?’, finding places to grieve, helpful rituals, releasing guilt and regret and much more.

Finding your Voice
Mary Atkins
$24.95, weight 350 grams, PB
The voice is an essential tool for the celebrant, but sadly many have no idea how to use it well. This book provides a comprehensive step-by-step approach to becoming an effective speaker, covering planning, voice projection, managing stage fright and using audio equipment, and more. Contains many useful tips.

Colours of Love

Blood Red: Sensual love and lustful love; passionate, spontaneous love

Pink:   Emotional love and compassionate love, attracts love

Pure White: Truth in love, divine love

Sunshine Yellow: Opens one to optimism and happiness in relationships

Forest Green:   For growing love, helps one feel generous and humble

Sky Blue: Clear thinking and communication in love affairs

The prices of imported books may vary up or down with variations in the monetary exchange rate. Recent changes have been down rather than up, but this will not always be so.

75,000+ Baby Names for the 21 st Century
Lori Cooper
$16.95, weight 475 grams, PB
The biggest-ever baby name compendium! Over 75,000 names and variations from all over the world. Modern, traditional and global names are represented. Each name has an easy-to-understand meaning and includes the widest array of spelling variations. A useful reference text.

How to read a poem
Edward Hirsch
$28.00, weight 450gms, PB
For the poetry devotee, ‘ How to Read a Poem’ is an unprecedented exploration of poetry and feeling. In language at once acute and emotional, distinguished poet and critic Edward Hirsch describes why poetry matters and how we can open up our imaginations so that its message can make a difference.

in memoriam
Amanda Bennett & Terence Foley
$22.50.00, weight 200 grams, PB
The complete guide to planning a funeral or memorial service – selecting readings, writing tributes or a eulogy, choosing music and arranging flowers. Contains useful checklists, a selection of poetry, biblical references and suggested music. ( not to be confused with the book by Edward Searl with the same title ).

Encouraging the heart
Kouzes Posner
$29.00, weight 220 grams, PB
A leader's guide to rewarding and recognizing others, encouraging the heart and the spirit. Detailing the leadership skill that Managers often find most difficult - motivating people to higher standards of performance. Gives real world examples and practical ideas. Empowers managers in developing a leadership style that brings out the best in others, as well as in themselves. Acknowledges the need to ‘celebrate’.

Anti-Bride Etiquette Guide
Carolyn Gerin & Kathleen Hughes
$22.00, weight 250grams, PB
The rules - and how to bend them. This is an invaluable tool for today's bride, as she copes with the minefield of blended families, diverse bridesmaids, money matters and family feuds. There are lots of tips for sticky situations, and suggestions for how to remain in control and celebrate the day as stress-free as possible. A must for every bride.

What are Old People for?

William Thomas

$37.00, weight 620 grams, HC
This is a new old age waiting to be discovered and explored. Enjoy what ageing has to offer us and actually welcome it into our lives. Develop the capacity for peacemaking and wisdom giving that grows within older people. Create Green Houses – communities where older people live together intentionally, bringing meaning and worth to the last half of life

Abbreviations:

HC        Hard Cover
PB         Paper Back
RRP      Recommended Retail Price
S           Spiral Bound
SH        Second Hand