Citation Generator (APA, MLA, Chicago)
Create references for websites and books in APA 7th, MLA 9th or Chicago style — fill in the details and copy the citation.
How to use
- 1Choose the style and source type.
- 2Enter the authors (one per line, as 'Last, First'), title, date and other details.
- 3Copy the citation. Text between *asterisks* should be italicized in your document.
Frequently asked questions
Which citation style should I use?
Use whatever your instructor or publisher asks for. APA is common in social sciences, MLA in humanities and Chicago in history and publishing.
How should I enter author names?
One author per line as 'Last, First' (e.g. 'Smith, Jane Q.'). 'Jane Smith' also works for simple names.
What if there is no publication date?
Leave it blank. APA uses '(n.d.)', while MLA and Chicago rely on the access date for web pages.