Peragine is a freelance writer and a professional classical musician who has been playing the flute in weddings since he was 13 years old. He offers a practical guide to becoming a wedding consultant. Coverage includes the pros and cons of opening a wedding consultant business; home- and web-based consulting; creating a business plan; wedding packages and options; business permits, licenses, and IRS requirements; choosing a name; service contracts; marketing; standard operating procedures; and understanding the psychology behind consulting. The text also includes case studies of five consultant companies, a list of annual state bridal shows, a sample business plan, sample menus, and sample seating arrangements for weddings or receptions. The accompanying CD-ROM contains all of the forms found in the book. Annotation ©2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)