Dear cariad,

Thank you for your enquiry.

It is always a pleasure to hear from another fan of "Horse and Bound". I have subcribed regularly for many years and know it's readers to be a jolly crowd-hence my choice of posing an advertisement in there.

I am very interested in providing you with further details of my services as the combination of your reading "H & B" along with having friends from the library strikes me as being quite a challenge!

It is indeed a stated aim of mine to ensure that all party-goers actually live long enough afterwards to sing my praises! I am, however, considering an additional service that will provide you with the benefit of quietly losing one or two who have upset you in the past. (Joke)

I attach three sample menus for you to consider. Frankly, the food is always good-but it is my little "extras" that really make the party.

In order for me to supply more specific details, perhaps you could give me an idea of joint interests-books for one, and the m/f mix? Do you wish to consider a themed party? I can provide costumes, props etc.

I also will act as Master of Ceremonies if required.

Once again my thanks for your letter,

Yours sincerely,

Ed.