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MLA Citation Generator

Create an MLA 9-style Works Cited entry for a website, book, or journal article from the source details you provide.

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Source typeFirst nameLast nameSource titleWebsite or journal titlePublisherPublication yearPublication monthPublication dayVolumeIssuePagesURLAccess date

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About this tool

Turn source details into an MLA Works Cited entry

MLA emphasizes authors, source titles, containers, publishers, dates, locations, and access information. Fill in only the fields supported by the source and preserve the spelling and capitalization shown by the publication.

This generator covers common website, book, and journal patterns. MLA has rules for multiple containers, contributors, editions, databases, and other source types, so verify complex entries against the MLA Handbook or your course guide.

For an MLA book citation, enter the author, book title, edition, publisher, and publication year. Website and journal fields cover the container and location details that students most often need for an MLA 9 Works Cited list.

Three-step workflow

Use MLA Citation Generator in seconds

Choose website, book, or journal.
Enter author and publication metadata.
Generate and review the Works Cited entry.

MLA 9 source coverage

Create a Works Cited entry without guessing source details

The generator handles common MLA 9 website, book, and journal patterns. It formats the metadata you provide, while complex containers, editions, and course-specific rules still need a final handbook check.

Websites

Author, page title, website title, publisher, date, and URL.

Books

Author, title, edition, publisher, and publication year.

Journal articles

Author, article title, journal, volume, issue, year, pages, and DOI.

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Frequently asked questions

Questions about MLA Citation Generator

Does this generate MLA 9 citations?

It targets common MLA 9 patterns for websites, books, and journal articles.

How do I cite a website in MLA 9?

Enter the author or organization, page title, website name, publisher when relevant, publication date, URL, and an access date when your course requires one.

Do I need an access date for websites?

It can be useful when a page changes or has no publication date. Follow your instructor or publisher guidance.

Can it cite every MLA source type?

No. Complex containers, media, archives, and specialized sources should be checked against the MLA Handbook.