What should I do if the web source I am citing does not list a publication date?
If the web source you are citing does not list a publication date, omit the “Publication date” element from your entry. You may, however, wish… Read More
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How do I cite a critical essay published in the same volume as a literary text–for example, an essay in a Norton Critical Edition?
To cite a critical essay published in the same volume as a literary work, follow the MLA format template. List the author of the essay,… Read More
How do I cite an abstract?
Very few circumstances call for citing an abstract. Never cite an abstract as a short-cut, a way of avoiding reading and citing the full published… Read More
If I am listing the name of a government agency as publisher, should I separate out the name of the government?
No. The rules for government agencies as described in the MLA Handbook (2.1.3) do not apply to the “Publisher” slot. List the publisher’s name (i.e., the government… Read More
How do I quote lyrics from a duet in which the performers take turns singing?
How you quote lyrics from a duet depends on how you accessed them and how many lines you are borrowing. If you quote lyrics from… Read More
How do I cite an infographic?
To cite an infographic, follow the MLA format template. If the infographic does not have an official title, provide a description of it. If you… Read More
How do I cite a magazine cover in my works-cited list and in my essay?
To cite the cover of a magazine, you can generally create a works-cited-list entry for the issue of the magazine and then key your in-text… Read More
How do I cite the works-cited quick guide from The MLA Style Center ?
Cite the works-cited quick guide from The MLA Style Center by following the MLA format template described in the guide. If you are referring to the guide as… Read More
How should I cite a theme park attraction?
A theme park attraction does not generally require a citation, but if you need to create one, follow our guidelines for citing a building. Read More
Should names of apps and other software programs be italicized in MLA style?
Yes. Titles of software programs, including apps (e.g., Kindle, Instagram, and Facebook), are italicized in MLA style. … Read More