MLA Citation Generator
Create MLA citations instantly. Perfect for literature, arts, and humanities papers.
Quick Guide to MLA Format
Author Names
Start with the author's last name, followed by their first name (e.g., Smith, John).
Title Formatting
Book titles are italicized; article titles are in quotation marks. Capitalize all major words.
Container Titles
Include the "container" (e.g., journal, website, or anthology) in italics after the source title.
Publication Details
Include version, number, publisher, publication date, and location. End with the medium of publication.
Example Citations
Book
Smith, John D. The Complete Guide to Academic Writing. 2nd ed., Academic Press, 2023.
Journal Article
Johnson, Mary R., and Kevin L. Williams. "Understanding Citation Patterns." Journal of Academic Writing, vol. 15, no. 2, 2023, pp. 123-45.
Website
Brown, Alice. "Modern Citation Practices." Educational Resources, 15 June 2023, example.com/citations.
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