Citation Building Tools
Use these tools to format your reference list citations in APA, Chicago, or MLA styles. Check the accuracy of these citations (e.g. capitalization, indentation, etc.) using a citation guide.
APA Style Guides
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Publication Manual of the American Psychological AssociationAvailable in paper copy in Penfield.
Chicago Style Guides
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Penfield Library's Chicago Notes & Bibliography Style GuideThe Chicago Style Notes & Bibliography system is used by many writers in literature, history, and the arts.
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Penfield Library's Chicago Author-Date Style GuideThe Chicago Style Author-Date system is used by many in the physical, natural, and social sciences.
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Chicago Manual of StyleAvailable in paper copy in Penfield.
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Online Writing Lab (OWL) at Purdue UniversityNote: This website uses the previous edition of the Chicago Manual of Style.
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Chicago Sample Paper - Author/Date Citation StyleNote: This website uses the previous edition of the Chicago Manual of Style.
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Chicago Sample Paper - Notes & Bibliography StyleNote: This website uses the previous edition of the Chicago Manual of Style.
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Chicago-Style Citation Quick GuideAlso has a Q&A page with frequently asked questions.
MLA Style Guides
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MLA HandbookAvailable in paper copy in Penfield.