I updated my “Party Tips” ebook “How To Prepare For a Great Birthday Party”. It covers the main things to keep in mind when planning a birthday party.

The link to it is included with every response to enquiries I send out, ever since 2007, and I’ve gotten only positive feedback. The ideas in it are gleaned from my experience. From the many parties I go to I am glad to be able to contribute to someone’s party flowing smoothly.

The information in “How To Prepare For a Great Birthday Party” complements the “Hints, Tips and Suggestions” I include in my confirmation email, which are more specific to having a performer. I have been using the “Hints, Tips and Suggestions” in my confirmation email since 2004 and it makes a huge difference to everything working smoothly.

My e-book talks a little bit about the order of events, but I am not too firm on if it’s better to have the show first and food after or not. I do think it works very well to have the show first and food after, however

I have been in touch with a magician on the other side of the world (UK) who is quite adamant that it should be food first and show after. He finds that the kids settle down after having something to eat.

I find that when the show comes first the kids aren’t as distracted during my show with remnants of food, drinks and sticky fingers.