Guide to Basic Cover Letter Writing

A solid, well-written cover letter is crucial to getting a job interview. Written under the auspices of the Job and Career Information Services Committee of the Public Library Association--a group of librarians with many years of collective experience in researching and providing job assistance information--this practical guide provides easy-to-follow instruction in crafting outstanding cover letters for any type of position. Completely updated, it features guidance in job seeking effectively online and the best ways to showcase experience with the latest technologies.

The Job and Career Information Services Committee of the Public Library Association was formed by and for public librarians whose public includes job seekers. They are experts in locating the most up-to-date information about preparing and executing the perfect cover letter.