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Discusses the design of job application forms, why they exist, and what they are designed to do. Offers a number of hints on filling in application forms, before turning to CVs and suggesting what should and should not be included on a CV. Concludes that the “perfect” CV does not exist, but that it should be as up to date and concise as possible.

Examines the interview process step by step. Looks at personal preparation and presentation, protocol, interview situations and content. Finally, lists key points to be aware of and things to avoid during an interview.

Serves as an introduction to a regular future series of articles. Outlines the changes in the job market and the current situation, and sets the scene for librarians who are job hunting or looking for a career change. Gives advice on strategies for career and personal development. There is an exercise which will be taken further in subsequent issues.

Discusses various interview techniques and approaches. Offers a number of suggestions, stressing that a genuine desire for the job is important. Gives reasons for conducting an interview; submits that not only does it offer the employer an opportunity to assess your suitability but also allows you to state what you have to offer and what you hope to gain from the job.

Continues the series of articles giving advice on refining job searching procedures and techniques. Concentrates on letter writing, emphasizing the importance of job application letters. Shows how to identify skills and present them to the best advantage. Deals with presentation, content, and pitfalls to avoid.

On April 2, 1987, IBM unveiled a series of long‐awaited new hardware and software products. The new computer line, dubbed the Personal Systems 30, 50, 60, and 80, seems destined to replace the XT and AT models that are the mainstay of the firm's current personal computer offerings. The numerous changes in hardware and software, while representing improvements on previous IBM technology, will require users purchasing additional computers to make difficult choices as to which of the two IBM architectures to adopt.

The following classified, annotated list of titles is intended to provide reference librarians with a current checklist of new reference books, and is designed to supplement the RSR review column, “Recent Reference Books,” by Frances Neel Cheney. “Reference Books in Print” includes all additional books received prior to the inclusion deadline established for this issue. Appearance in this column does not preclude a later review in RSR. Publishers are urged to send a copy of all new reference books directly to RSR as soon as published, for immediate listing in “Reference Books in Print.” Reference books with imprints older than two years will not be included (with the exception of current reprints or older books newly acquired for distribution by another publisher). The column shall also occasionally include library science or other library related publications of other than a reference character.