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Frequently Asked Questions
1) What happens when I order a poem?
Once we have received your payment, you will receive an email receipt and we will contact you via your email address within that same day. We will confirm details and what style of poem you would prefer. Then we will get working on your personalised poem straight away.
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2) How long will my poem take to complete?
We endeavour to complete a final draft of your poem within one week from your date of purchase.* We will email you the draft and you can tell us if you wish for any amendments to be made.
*During peak times of high demand the speech poem, of up to 20 verses, may take up to two weeks to complete.
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3) What information do you need for my poem?
The more information that you can provide for us, the more personalised your poem can be. Some basic information needed would be:
Who is the poem for? One recipient a couple or a large group.
What is the occasion? E.g. Wedding / Civil Partnership, Engagement or Wedding Invitation, Birthday, Retirement, Eulogy, Condolence, New Baby, New Job, New Home, Passed Exams / Driving Test, Season's Greetings, Valentine's Day, Thank you etc.
What style or tone would you like? I.e. Happy, funny, romantic, solemn, cheeky, saucy, silly etc.
How is your poem to be presented? Is your poem for a card, to be presented as a gift or is it to be read out as a speech?
In the case of a speech, who will the audience be? E.g. Wedding party, family gathering, work colleagues etc.
Describe the recipient to us. I.e. age, sex, relationship to you, how you met, their occupation, any funny characteristics, pass-times or hobbies, where they grew up and where they live now etc.
Poem content. Are there any funny stories, memorable moments, embarrassing tales, poignant memories etc that you wish to be included within the poem.
The more information that you can give to us, the more detailed and personalised your poem can be.
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4) Your prices are very competitive compared to other online poetry sites. Why is this?
We want to make the wonderful gift of poetry affordable for all. To keep our costs down and subsequently pass those discounts onto our customers, we deliver your poem digitally via email attachment. Then you can print out your poem onto a card, scroll or specialist parchment paper - or even hand write the poem yourself into a card.
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5) Will my poem be published on this or any other site?
Not at all. Your poem is unique to you and is for your own personal use. We take every individual client's privacy seriously and your poem will not be published by us or any of our associates. Furthermore, your personal information will be used to complete your order only and will not be passed on to third parties.
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6) Can I share my poem online?
Yes of course! Share, retweet and snap away! All that we politely ask is that you credit Busy Bee Poetry when you tweet, hashtag or Facebook like / share and if you share on any social media platforms / public forum.
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