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Book
Basic Book
Encyclopedia
Dictionary
Reference Work
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Anthology
Author & Editor
Author & Translator
Organization & Editor
Periodical
Journal
Magazine
Newspaper
Multimedia
Art
Musical Recording
Film, DVD or Video
Online Only
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Thesis
Thesis
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Citing a Basic Book in APA Format (Hide Help)

Use the publication information provided on the title page (not the cover) of the book. The copyright date is usually given on the back of the title page.

The standard elements of a book citation typically include the following:
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  • Title
  • Place of publication
  • Publisher
  • Publication date
Calvin Students: For more help on citing your item in this format, contact a Reference Librarian
 

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