The F Word: A Fiancee Shares Her Story, from I Will to I Do

Kelly Bare is often hilarious. She writes with a wry, self-conscious humor that helps you relax and enjoy the process. You may need to be young --- or young at heart --- to "get" this book. If you are, and especially if you're an 18- to 35-year-old bride, you'll probably love reading these pages. You'll laugh out loud. Planning a wedding? File this book under "stress relief." There are some good ideas here --- and some true-life experience --- but mostly this book will help you approach your wedding with a lighter touch, worrying less about the details. Chill already. Kelly's "been there, tried that" and she tells all here. Humorous and light-hearted, this is a bride book and a helpful guidebook. Fun and funny! Dr. David & Lisa Frisbie The Center for Marriage & Family Studies Authors of: Raising Great Kids on Your Own: A Guide and Companion for Every Single Parent

What a pleasure! It's reality instead of a fairy tale. This book captures the experience of being engaged and getting married with charm, humor, tact and honesty. Kelly Bare describes what it's really like to say yes to the proposal, to meet the future in-laws, to be the honoree at a shower, to deal with the dress, the wedding planning, the ceremony itself and even the honeymoon. This savvy and intrepid young woman takes a long, hard look at herself on her journey, sharing her feelings and insights with generosity of spirit and finding the authentic joy in the most important experience in her life. Part memoir, part how-to with a lot of valuable practical advice, the F Word should be required reading for any fiancee. Check out the Words of Wisdom included in each chapter. They're little gems.

I love this book! Kelly tells her story in a smart and refreshing way--and doesn't gloss over the details or shy away from the tricky stuff. A lot of books out there tell brides-to-be how to plan for the party, but few (if any) talk about dealing with the inevitable emotional fallout. It's the thinking bride's guide to wedding planning!

I loved this book. Kelly makes getting married REAL. A perfect mix of personal stories and helpful tid-bits.

It's about time that someone wrote a heartfelt, honest account of her journey to the altar. From that lurking question, "Do I tell my ex?", to in-law drama and wedding compromises, Kelly Bare tells it like it REALLY is. Engagement is fun, but tough-- and this seems to be the only book that really acknowledges that. (I immediately bought it for three brides-to-be.) Subtle, cathartic, and true, this is the perfect read for a stressful time. Best of all, the story ends happily... ergo, yours might too. Phew.