Should I cite notes I took on a lecture or other type of presentation?

If you attended a lecture or other type of presentation and took notes that you refer back to in a paper, you should not cite… Read More

Is using dashes for repeated author names in works-cited-list entries accessible?

According to the ninth edition of the MLA Handbook, three em dashes or three hyphens can take the place of identical names in… Read More

Strategies for Teaching World Literature Research with the MLA International Bibliography

Teach students basic and advanced techniques for using the MLA International Bibliography. Read More

How do I cite a travel brochure or guidebook?

To cite a travel brochure or guidebook, follow the MLA template of core elements. If the brochure or guidebook identifies an author or authors, list… Read More

How should MLA style cite works in databases? Tell us what you think!

The MLA Style Team loves hearing your questions about MLA style. Now we have a question for you! Help inform the next edition of the… Read More

How do I cite a movie score?

To cite a movie score, follow the MLA format template. Begin your entry with the name of the score’s composer. Film scores do not… Read More

Choosing Whose or Who’s

Learn the difference between whose and who's. Read More

One Type of Ambiguity: A Singular Verb with Two Subjects

This post explains when to use a singular verb with a compound subject. Read More

Wreak, Wreck, Wrack: What’s the Difference?

Let's untangle em>wreak, wreck, and wrack. Read More

Need to cite a deposition?

Watching any depositions lately and wondering how to cite them? We’ve got you covered! Here’s an example citation: “Nathan Cavanaugh Deposition (Part 1)… Read More