Mistakes Checklist
Common Harvard Article Citation Mistakes
Published studies report citation/reference error rates between 25-54%. Use this page to catch the most frequent formatting failures before submission.
Top mistakes to avoid
- ⚠Omitting publication date
- ⚠Using double quotes
- ⚠Forgetting to italicize publication name
- ⚠Not including page numbers
Fix checklist
- ✓Include full date for newspapers
- ✓Use single quotes for article titles
- ✓Italicize publication names
- ✓Add page numbers when available
Frequently asked questions
How do I cite an online newspaper article?
Add "Available at: URL (Accessed: Date)" at the end of the reference.
What's the difference between magazine and newspaper citations?
Both follow similar formats. Newspapers typically include specific dates; magazines may use month/season.
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