LibGuides: Citing Sources: MLA Style

MLA Style

Modern Language Association documentation guidelines are often used in the humanities fields, including English, comparative literature, literary criticism, and foreign-languages. The most recent edition is the ninth, published in 2021.

Information about using MLA style can be found in the following places:

MLA Handbook Plus This link opens in a new window
The MLA Handbook is the only official, authorized book on MLA format. The ninth edition builds on the MLA’s unique approach to documenting sources using a template of core elements—facts, common to most sources, like author, title, and publication date—that allows writers to cite any type of work, from books, e-books, and journal articles in databases to song lyrics, online images, YouTube videos, dissertations, and more.

MLA Handbook (Print Version)
Please note that older versions of the handbook may circulate, but copies of the most recent edition must be used in the library. Make sure to check the policy for the library you plan to visit.
MLA Formatting and Style Guide
The OWL at Purdue: Ninth edition guidelines.

MLA: Quick Guide

MLA (Modern Language Association)

Books

Last Name, First Name. Title of Book. Publisher, Year of Publication.

Journal Articles

Author(s). "Title of Article." Title of Journal, Volume, Issue, Year, pages.

Websites

Author. "Title of Webpage." Title of Entire Site. Distributor of Website, Date Published, URL (without http://).

In Text

(Author Page Number)

Learn More

Purdue Online Writing Lab: MLA Formatting and Style Guide (9th Edition)