In a Works Cited page, sources are listed in alphabetical order by the author's last name (or by the title when there is no author). The specific format for each type of source can vary depending on the citation style you are using (e.g., MLA, APA, Chicago). Below are general guidelines for MLA style, which is commonly used for humanities subjects:
General Format for Books:
Author Last Name, First Name. Title of Book. Publisher, Year of Publication.
Example: Smith, John. Understanding Literature. Penguin Books, 2020.
General Format for Articles:
Author Last Name, First Name. "Title of Article." Title of Journal, vol. number, no. number, Year, pages.
Example: Doe, Jane. "Exploring Themes in Modern Poetry." Journal of Literary Studies, vol. 15, no. 2, 2021, pp. 45-67.
General Format for Websites:
Author Last Name, First Name. "Title of Web Page." Website Name, Publisher (if applicable), Date of Publication, URL.
Example: Johnson, Emily. "The Impact of Climate Change." Environmental Reports, Global Press, 5 Mar. 2022, www.environmentalreports.org/climate-change.
Formatting Guidelines:
- Hanging Indent: Each entry should have a hanging indent, meaning the first line is flush left and subsequent lines are indented.
- Italics: Book titles and journal titles should be italicized. Article titles should be in quotation marks.
- Punctuation: Pay attention to the punctuation, as it differs between types of sources.
Make sure to check the exact formatting requirements of the citation style you are using, as they can have specific rules and variations.