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April 12, 20—

Michelle Richards

News Story Weekly

346 Howard Avenue

White River, NH

Dear Ms. Richards,

I am a journalist and an avid reader of News Story Weekly. It has long been my dream to write for your magazine. I graduated from National University a year ago with a degree in journalism. For the past six months I have been working as an investigative reporter for the Bluefield Daily, my hometown newspaper. This newspaper is disseminated throughout the state. I work on assignments involving local politics.

In my opinion, News Story Weekly is the top news magazine in the country. It has had a great impact on my life. I started reading it at an early age, and it inspired me to pursue a career as a reporter. If there is a position available for a reporter at News Story Weekly, I would be interested in applying for it. I believe that my educational background and work experience qualify me for such a position. I am enclosing several of my articles that appeared in the Bluefield Daily as writing samples. I have letters of reference available if you need them.

I look forward to hearing from you.

 Sincerely,

 Mark Conway

April 19, 20—

Mark Conway

1255 Park Place, Apt. 10

Bluefield, MA

 Dear Mr. Conway,

Thank you for your letter of April 12 inquiring about a position as a reporter. We are constantly looking for reporters to work for our magazine, and we currently have an opening for a reporter to cover regional news. You seem to be well-qualified, and we would welcome your application. I would need to see your reference  letters as well a as resume. The closing date for this position is May 15. We will make our choice after that date and let you know what we decide by the first of June.

Thank you for your interest in News Story Weekly.

 Sincerely,

 Michelle Richards