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Whether you're about to be considered for a promotion, start a new job campaign, change careers, or simply network with an eye toward the future, you need a resume. Your resume should present your qualifications in a clear and concise manner, reflecting responsibilities as well as accomplishments.

A cover letter should always accompany your resume. It should be directed to a specific individual and reflect your enthusiasm and suitability for the position.

The following books present a variety of resume formats (including electronic) for many different types of jobs. Some selections also contain cover letter samples and job hunt advice.

ACE THE IT RÉSUMÉ. Paula Moreira. McGraw-Hill, 2007.

EXPERT RÉSUMÉS FOR CAREER CHANGERS. Wendy S. Enelow and Louise M. Kursmark. JIST Publishing, 2010.

HOW TO PREPARE YOUR CURRICULUM VITAE. Acy L. Jackson and Kathleen Geckels. McGraw-Hill, 2003.

HOW TO WRITE A RÉSUMÉ IF YOU DIDN'T GO TO COLLEGE. Richard H. Beatty. John Wiley & Sons, 2003.

KNOCK 'EM DEAD COVER LETTERS. Martin Yate. Adams Media, 2008.

KNOCK 'EM DEAD RÉSUMÉS. Martin Yate. Adams Media, 2008.

THE RÉSUMÉ HANDBOOK. Arthur Rosenberg. Adams Media, 2007.

RÉSUMÉ MAGIC. Susan Britton Whitcomb. JIST Publishing, 2010.

RÉSUMÉS FOR RE-ENTERING THE JOB MARKET. Editors of McGraw-Hill, 2008.

TOP NOTCH EXECUTIVE RÉSUMÉs. Katharine Hansen. Career Press, 2008.