Answered By: Lauren McFall
Last Updated: Nov 20, 2025     Views: 206

To cite a textbook in APA Style follow the template for a print book:  Author Last Name, First Initial. Middle Initial. (Publication Date). Title. Publisher.

In MLA Style there are different templates for print books:  Author Last Name, First Name. Book Title. Publisher, Publication Year.
and ebooks:  Author Last Name, First Name. Book Title. Publisher, Publication Year. Database Name, Permalink.

For additional citation information, visit the APA Citation page and the MLA Citation page.

Be sure to chat with a reference librarian for citation help. We can guide you in creating your citations and can check them for you before you turn in your research paper.  Librarians are available to assist you in person, online, or by phone and text.

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