Book excerpt: Does the thought of planning a party feel overwhelming, intimidating, or like one more thing you have to do? Have you ever wondered how to create a fun and memorable party? The Enlightened Party Planner: Guides to Creating Parties from the Heart is a series of books based on the notion that being of service and coming from the heart will not only make for an amazing party your guests will remember for a lifetime, but will also leave you feeling happy and fulfilled.Book three in the Enlightened Party Planner series, Our Favorite Parties, is meant to inspire the party-thrower in you with fifteen richly detailed accounts of a variety of parties written in narrative style. From theme to party favors, you'll enjoy this book's clever and affordable ideas.