Citation Tips & Style Guides
Plain-English explainers on APA, MLA, Chicago and Harvard formatting, DOIs, and other citation essentials.
Using Zotero Alongside The Citation Generator
You can export from Zotero and paste DOIs straight into the generator to format your bibliography in seconds.
Read more →In-Text Citations Explained
Every reference list entry needs at least one in-text mention. Here is how parenthetical and narrative citations work.
Read more →How to Cite a Book in MLA 9
Complete MLA 9 book citation template with examples for single-author, multi-author and edited volumes.
Read more →Chicago Notes-Bibliography vs Author-Date
Chicago offers two systems. Notes-Bibliography suits history and the arts; Author-Date suits the sciences. Here is how to choose.
Read more →5 Common Citation Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
From missing page numbers to inconsistent style, these are the errors that lose students the most easy marks.
Read more →What Is a DOI and Why It Matters for Your Citations
Digital Object Identifiers (DOIs) give every published article a stable web address. Here is why every reference list should include them.
Read more →APA vs MLA: Which Citation Style Should You Use?
Quick comparison of APA 7 and MLA 9, and how to choose between them for your assignment.
Read more →How to Cite a Website in APA Format
Step-by-step guide to citing a webpage in APA 7 style.
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