Citation Generator
Format a book citation in APA or MLA style from author, title, and year.
Quick answer: enter your details below and click Generate Citation — your result appears instantly, right here in your browser. Nothing you enter is uploaded or stored.
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How to use
- Enter the author name.
- Enter the book title and year.
- Pick APA or MLA and click Generate Citation.
About this tool
Enter the author name, book title, and publication year, then pick a style. The tool formats the citation with the punctuation each style expects. It covers basic book citations only: journal articles, chapters, and websites each have their own rules.
Frequently asked questions
Does it cover journal articles?
No. This tool formats basic book citations only; articles need journal and volume details.
Which style should I use?
Follow your teacher or publisher: APA is common in social sciences, MLA in humanities.