Method for preparing single-stranded dna libraries

This invention relates to methods of generating single stranded DNA libraries for use in amplification and sequencing reactions. In various aspects, the disclosed methods include: fragmenting DNA; polishing the fragments' ends; lighting the fragments to universal adapters; performing strand displacement and extension of the nicked fragments; purifying the double-stranded libation products; capturing the double-stranded libation products onto a solid support; and isolating single stranded DNA library fragments, and binding these fragments to another solid support.