How to Cite an Article in MLA 9th Edition
Learn to cite magazine and newspaper articles in MLA 9 format with examples for print and online sources.
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MLA Article Format
Template
Author. "Article Title." Publication Name, Day Month Year, pp. ##-##. URL.
Example
Reference List Entry
Poniewozik, James. "TV Makes a Too-Close Call." Time, 20 Nov. 2000, pp. 70-71.
In-Text Citation
(Poniewozik 70)
Source Details
- Author
- Poniewozik, James
- Title
- TV Makes a Too-Close Call
- Site
- Time
- Year
- 20 Nov. 2000
- Pages
- 70-71
Formatting Tips
- Use day-month-year format
- Abbreviate months (except May, June, July)
- Include page numbers for print articles
- Add URL for online articles
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Using month-day-year format
- Not abbreviating months properly
- Forgetting page numbers in citations
- Omitting URLs for online articles
Step-by-Step Guide
- 1
Gather source information
Collect all required information for your article: author names, title, publication date, URL or DOI, and other relevant details.
- 2
Format author names
In MLA, author names are formatted with last name first, followed by initials or full first name depending on the style requirements.
- 3
Structure the citation
Arrange the elements in the correct MLA order: typically author, date, title, source, and access information.
- 4
Apply formatting rules
Apply italics, quotation marks, and punctuation according to MLA 9th Edition guidelines.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I cite an online magazine article in MLA?
Follow the same format but include the URL at the end. Access dates are optional but recommended for pages without publication dates.
What if there's no author listed?
Start with the article title in quotation marks. Use a shortened title in parenthetical citations.
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