How do I cite the ninth edition of the MLA Handbook?
Cite the ninth edition of the MLA Handbook as you would cite any other work written and published by the same nongovernment organization. To avoid… Read More
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What Is a Usage Guide?
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Three Guides on the Path to Publication: Style Manuals, In-House Guides, and Style Sheets
Learn about the differences between a style manual, an in-house guide, and a style sheet Read More
Should I cite each entry from an encyclopedia separately?
You should provide citations for each encyclopedia entry that you use in your essay. A good example is Wikipedia, an online encyclopedia. You would cite each… Read More
How do I cite an entry in a reference work?
Cite an entry in a reference work the way you would cite any source: follow the MLA format template. If the entry is signed, begin with… Read More