Although we have been focusing on the Modern Language Association (MLA) Format, there are several other citation styles.

All about MLA Format

It is always a good idea to talk to your instructor to determine the appropriate citation format before you start a research paper. Style manuals may be found, in book format, in the library. There are also numerous online guides to citation style.

Chicago Manual of Style: The Essential Guide for Writers, Editors, and Publishers, University of Chicago (Editor), Preface by Margaret D. Mahan, 2003

Guide to Chicago Manual of Style (opens new window)

Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, (2001). Washington, DC: American Psychological Association.

All about APA Format (opens new window)

Turabian, Kate L. Manual for Writers of Term Papers, Theses, and Dissertations. Chicago: University of Chicago Press, 1996.

Documentation Guide - Turabian (opens new window)

Walker, Janice R. and Taylor, Todd. The Columbia Guide to Online Style. New York: Columbia University Press, 1998.