Book collection

As an IABC Wellington member, you can borrow from our library at no cost.

iabc-collection-2010 [Word document listing the full collection]

IABC Wellington library [how to borrow]

Our books cover employee communications, measurement, social media, crisis management, communications planning, case studies and more. A sample of some of the books available to borrow follows.

Media Minefield: A Journalists’ Guide to Media Regulation in New Zealand, Steven Price (New Zealand Journalists Training Organisation, Wellington)

A handbook for those interested in media regulation in New Zealand. If you’re a journalist, it’s designed to help you research and write stories so that you don’t fall foul of the many laws, broadcasting standards and ethical rules that affect the media. If you’re not a journalist, you can use it to understand what obligations journalists owe you.

Essentials of Employee Communication: Building Relationships That Create Business Success, Tamara Gillis, ABC, EdD, and John Finney

Designed as a start-to-finish solution for professionals executing or supervising new employee communication initiatives and includes:

  • a corporate style guide template-for customisation and distribution
  • project management tools and templates
  • a special section for small organisations.

Vital Connections: Building Relationships with Key Stakeholders, Steve Freeman and Linda Mastaglio

Practice PR efficiently, effectively and with excellence. An ideal resource for busy business professionals, this manual breaks down the elements of public relations into manageable concepts. The practical realities of PR responsibilities are integrated with best practices and visionary ideals for a complete and contemporary survey. Create vital connections with the six stakeholder groups that influence an organisation’s success - and drive your career to the next level.

The Communication Plan - Second Edition, Lester R. Potter

Create a complete communication strategy for your organisation or client with Les Potter’s industry-tested techniques. His 10-step planning process centers on five elements applicable to any organisation, big or small. Straightforward examples illustrate how to apply his strategies … IABC’s all-time most popular resource!