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Best Books on Etiquette

Refine your social graces and professional conduct with the best books on etiquette. This list presents the most praised guides that cover timeless manners, contemporary courtesies, and cultural navigation, as highlighted by etiquette experts.

Recommendations from 21 articles, Jane Philpott, Susan J. Fowler.
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Modern Manners
Tools to Take You to the Top
Dorothea Johnson, Liv Tyler - 2013-10-29 (first published in 2012)
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This etiquette guidebook by a world-renowned expert and her granddaughter provides tips on modern-day manners for professionals seeking success and confidence in business and social settings. Covering essential dos and don'ts, such as acing job interviews and practicing proper table manners, this book provides timeless advice with a 21st-century twist. With witty commentary from Liv Tyler, this guide is a must-have for anyone looking to polish their skills and become a leader.
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Do Unto Otters
A Book About Manners
Laurie Keller - 2007-09-04
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Discover the value of the Golden Rule with "Do Unto Otters." Mr. Rabbit's new neighbors are otters, but he doesn't know anything about them. Will they get along? Follow Mr. Owl's advice: treat them the same way you'd like to be treated. Author Laurie Keller showcases how to be a good friend and neighbor in her smart, playful style. This book is a 2008 Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year and has Common Core connections.
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Modern Etiquette Made Easy
A Five-Step Method to Mastering Etiquette
Myka Meier - 2020-01-21
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Discover insider etiquette tips from a former member of the Queen of England’s household in Modern Etiquette Made Easy. Learn how to make a great first impression, become an in-demand party guest, master networking, practice good table manners, and more, all broken down into five easy-to-follow steps. With a refreshing blend of humor and practical advice, this etiquette guide is perfect for millennials navigating adulting, mid-career professionals looking to revamp their image, or anyone who wants to show more respect and kindness in their social and professional interactions.
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Emily's Everyday Manners
Cindy P Senning - 2006-08-22
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Emily's Everyday Manners is a charming picture book that introduces kids to important social skills that go beyond special occasions. The book covers five magic words that make everyone happy, tips on mastering good table manners, and how to make and keep friends. Perfect for ages 4-7, this book makes learning manners fun and easy.
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Miss Manners' Guide to Excruciatingly Correct Behavior
Judith Martin - 2005-04-17 (first published in 1982)
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Etiquette is the essential currency of a civilized world, and Miss Manners is the ultimate authority on what's correct. This updated guide includes the latest wisdom on navigating modern misbehavior. Laugh out loud as Miss Manners takes on everything from thank-you notes to party guests who won't commit. Trust Miss Manners to steer you through the challenges of an ever-evolving society.
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Clifford's Manners
Norman Bridwell - 1987-04-01 (first published in 1986)
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"Clifford's Manners" is a charming and interactive book that teaches children the importance of good manners through the beloved character of Clifford the Big Red Dog. Follow along as Emily Elizabeth teaches Clifford to say "please" and "thank you," follow rules, and share with friends. This delightful story reminds readers that being kind and considerate is always the way to go. Plus, with a full page of stickers, learning good manners has never been so fun!
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Emily Post's Wedding Etiquette
Anna Post, Lizzie Post - 2014-01-07 (first published in 2013)
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Discover the ultimate guide to planning the wedding of your dreams with Emily Post's Wedding Etiquette. This sixth edition has everything a bride needs to know, including how to navigate complex family situations, choose an officiant, blend family traditions and create the perfect guest list. With Anna Post as your guide, you'll be able to maximize fun and minimize stress for a wedding day you'll never forget. Plus, learn how to use technology to your advantage with this comprehensive and classic guide.
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Connoisseur Kids
Etiquette, Manners, and Living Well for Parents and Their Little Ones (Etiquette for Children, Manner Books for Kids, Parenting Books, Books on Elegance)
Jennifer L. Scott - 2019-09-10
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"Connoisseur Kids" is a playful guide on manners and global citizenship from the author of the New York Times bestselling Madame Chic series. Parents and children can work together to learn about communication, table manners, tidiness, grooming, health, and more through activities, learning games, and fill-in-the-blanks. With charming illustrations and advice from a trusted source, this is a timely guide to raise well-mannered and gracious children.
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The Charleston Academy of Domestic Pursuits
A Handbook of Etiquette with Recipes
Suzanne Pollak, Lee Manigault - 2014-04-15
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Discover the secrets to happier living with this charming book that takes you deep into the South to explore the Charleston Academy of Domestic Pursuits. With a unique curriculum focused on everything from cocktail-party etiquette to cooking for the holidays, this Academy teaches the most important subject in the world: the domestic arts. With gentle instruction from Deans Pollak and Manigault, interspersed with plenty of humor, you'll learn how to live healthier, have stronger ties with friends and family, and use your home to branch out in new and exciting ways. Now you can experience the Academy's sold-out classes with this delightful and insightful book.
Emily Post's Etiquette, The Centennial Edition by Lizzie Post, Daniel Post Senning
What If Everybody Did That? by Ellen Javernick
Manners by Aliki
The Berenstain Bears Forget Their Manners by Stan Berenstain
My Mouth Is A Volcano by Julia Cook
Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised In Brief, 2nd edition by Henry M. Iii Robert
George Washington's Rules of Civility & Decent Behavior in Company and Conversation by George Washington
Emily Post's Etiquette, 18th Edition by Peggy Post
A Kids' Guide to Manners by Katherine Flannery
Excuse Me! by KarenKatz
Business Etiquette Made Easy by Myka Meier
I Never Thought of It That Way by Mónica Guzmán
Madeline Says Merci by John Bemelmans Marciano
Tiffany's Table Manners for Teenagers by Walter Hoving
Guac Is Extra But So Am I by Sarah Solomon
Mr. Boddington's Etiquette by Mr. Boddington's Studio
Modern Etiquette for a Better Life by Diane Gottsman
The Illustrated Histories of Everyday Behavior by Laura Hetherington, Rebecca Pry
Llama Llama Time to Share by Anna Dewdney
May I Please Have a Cookie? by Jennifer E. Morris
How Do Dinosaurs Eat Their Food? by Jane Yolen
Cookies Board Book by Amy Krouse Rosenthal
Dude, That's Rude! by Pamela Espeland
50 Things Every Young Lady Should Know Revised and Expanded by Kay West, John Bridges, Bryan Curtis
The Amy Vanderbilt Complete Book of Etiquette, 50th Anniversay Edition by Nancy Tuckerman, Nancy Dunnan
Manners Can Be Fun by Munro Leaf
A Smart Girl's Guide by Nancy Holyoke
Manners Begin at Breakfast by Princess Marie-Chantal of Greece
50 Essential Etiquette Lessons by Katherine Flannery
365 Manners Kids Should Know by Sheryl Eberly
Chivalry and Courtesy by Danièle Cybulskie
Love, Undefined by Nicole Renee
Protocol by Capricia Penavic Marshall
Mind Your Manners, B.B. Wolf by Judy Sierra by Judy Sierra
In the Royal Manner by Paul Burrell
Manners by Kay Plunkett-Hogge, Debora Robertson
Essential Manners for Men by Peter Post
The Rituals of Dinner by Margaret Visser
The Art of the Handwritten Note by Margaret Shepherd
Would It Kill You to Stop Doing That? A Modern Guide to Manners by Henry Alford