MLA Citation Generator
About Tool
Modern Language Association (MLA) style is the standard for liberal arts and humanities research. This generator is built to handle the "container" concept introduced in the latest editions, making it easy to cite anything from a standalone book to an article found within a larger database or website. By filling in the specific details of your source, you can generate a perfectly formatted Works Cited entry in seconds.
Organizing Your Source Details
The tool uses separate fields for Author First Name and Author Last Name to ensure the final output correctly follows the "Last Name, First Name" requirement. You can specify the Title of Source and the Container—which might be the name of a Journal or the title of a Website. The inclusion of the Publisher and Year Published ensures your reader can find the exact version of the work you referenced.
If you are working on a multidisciplinary project that also requires social science citations, you might need our APA Citation Generator. To stay on top of your general academic health, you can also use our Attendance Calculator to ensure you aren't missing too many lectures while focusing on your research.
Key Features of the 9th Edition
This generator is optimized for the 9th Edition of the MLA Handbook. Key improvements include a focus on "containers" and the inclusion of URLs for digital sources. The tool automatically handles the punctuation—such as the period after the author and the italics for the container—so you don't have to memorize complex style rules. Use the Copy Result button to move your completed citation into your document.
Practical Usage Tips
- Multiple Authors: For sources with multiple authors, cite the first one and consider the "et al." convention if required by your specific assignment.
- URLs: When citing websites, copy the full URL from your browser address bar and paste it into the URL field for accuracy.
- Dates: If a specific month or day is available for a website or journal, include it in the "Year Published" field or your final note.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a 'Container' in MLA?
A container is the larger work in which a source is found. For example, a song is the source, and the album it's on is the container.
Does this tool work for 9th Edition?
Yes, the output is formatted according to the MLA 9th Edition guidelines, which is the current academic standard.
Should I include 'https://' in the URL?
Yes, including the full protocol ensures the link is valid and complete for your bibliography.
What if a source has no publisher?
For many websites or self-published works, you can leave the publisher field blank if the information is not available.
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