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Dedicated, diligent and energetic author eager to contribute exceptional writing, editing and leadership talents toward supporting a progressive publishing company in achieving goals and objectives.

 

 

• Outstanding combination of organizational, multi-tasking, writing, editing, and interpersonal skills.
• Expresses thoughts clearly and concisely, and adapts content and level of detail to meet established needs and audiences.
• Self-directed and dependable; extensive experience in working autonomously without supervision.

         Reputation for commitment to excellence, attention to detail, creativity, and research capabilities.

         Ensures and performs a thorough and quality job in all endeavors.

         Displays a collaborative work approach, strong communication skills, and superior initiative.

 

 

Xlibris Corporation (self-publishing company), 2006 to Present

Author

         Spearheaded publishing and production process from idea creation to final book delivery.

         Applied dynamic leadership expertise to direct, supervise, and motivate team in promotional efforts and marketing activities for book.

         Published 2 award-winning novels in urban crime fiction genre within 2 years (2006, 2008).

         Demonstrated an exemplary team player work ethic in assisting peers with editing tasks and mentoring aspiring authors in publication process.

 

 

YOUnity Guild of America (Heather Covington, Founder) C

Weeks, Kevin M. The Street Life Series: Is It Passion or Revenge?. Philadelphia, PA: Xlibris, 2008

2008 Beach Book Festival, Honorable Mention

 

Weeks, Kevin M. The Street Life Series: Is It Suicide or Murder?. Philadelphia, PA: Xlibris, 2006

2007 New York Book Festival Award (Wild Card Category)

2007 Hollywood Book Festival, Honorable Mention

2006 Best New Urban Breakout Author of the Year

 

 

Anne Frank Journal Program;  Pen American Center Writing Program

 

 

Pen American Center; Writers Guild of America; YOUnity Guild of America;

Independent Book Publishers Association (formerly PMA)

 

 

Business Administration Studies: Stratford Career Institute, 2007 to Present

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Dear__________________:

 

I am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in a <insert job title/position> capacity and am submitting my resume for your review.  In advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

As indicated in the accompanying resume, I bring to you a solid background in the publishing industry, proven expertise in managing creative projects from start to finish, and an exemplary blend of talents in writing, editing, layout design, and delegating tasks to creative teams. To complement these qualifications, I have written and published 2 award-winning novels which illustrate my drive, ambition and commitment to excellence.

 

As a proactive contributor to your organization, you will find me to be a highly motivated professional dedicated to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior self-initiative, impressive creativity, and unparalleled prioritization skills. I am confident that I could be a valuable asset to <insert name of organization>, and will call you later in the week to see if we can schedule a time to meet.

 

Truly yours,

 

 

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Dear__________________:

 

It was a pleasure (speaking with you/meeting with you) on [insert date here]. I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the time you spent with me, as well as to express my appreciation for the information you offered. I am still very interested in the <insert job title> position, and I am convinced that it is the right job for me. I feel my background and qualifications prepare me well for the challenges and responsibilities we discussed.

 

The position as you described it to me would combine my strong skills in [insert two skills or qualities here].  This would allow me to make the same valuable contribution to your organization as I ve made to my past employers a win-win proposition for both of us.

 

(Choose one of the two paragraphs below, depending on whether or not you have, or have not yet, interviewed with the person)

 

(I am eager to meet with you in person to further discuss my background and qualifications. Please feel free to contact me at the above phone number so we can continue the discussion we began over the telephone.)

 

(Again, thank you for considering my qualifications. I enjoyed our talk, and am available at any time to provide you with any more information you may need. I look forward to hearing your decision.)

 

Sincerely,

 

 

 

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