Always carry a note pad and pen to write down important information and questions that may arise during your interview. Bear in mind that you may find your poetry vendor on the Internet, so interviews will most likely take place over the phone, e-mail, or even Instant Message/IRC.

In order to comparison shop and select wisely, interview at least 3 poetry vendors. There are many on the Internet.

Readings are important in your wedding, and along with the music will set the tone for your ceremony. Few parts of the ceremony can express your love, hopes and dreams for marriage as well as a personalized poem read in honor of the occasion.

Start your search for your wedding poem providers as early as possible, but after having secured both your ceremony and reception sites. Additionally, many religious institutions may have rules about their ceremonies, so if you desire a poem read during the ceremony and your institution won't allow it, consider having a poem read during the reception or at the rehearsal dinner.

Make your poetry selection carefully. This is a keepsake and may even be part of your printed programs. You want it to represent you, your taste and the atmosphere you want your wedding to have. This makes choosing the wedding poem a lot of fun.

Before you start looking, you should brainstorm. As you do, take to consideration your budget-most wedding poems will run $100 and up. Quality should be your main concern. Budget enough so you do not risk the success of your wedding by cutting corners.

Consider the following elements: