How do I cite a book or eBook in APA Style?

APA citation guidelines, template and example for Reference List entries


Answer

To cite a book or eBook on your reference page, include the following elements: 

  • Author/s. If Edited, include editor/s name/s after the authorsUse the abbreviation “(Ed.)” for one editor and the abbreviation “(Eds.)” for multiple editors after the editor names, followed by a period
  • Year it was published 
  • Title and edition if included
  • Publisher name
  • DOI (Digital Object Identifier, usually appears as a link) if included

Organize and style these elements using APA guidelines (with a hanging indent) so that readers may access the sources used. We have highlighted the text to illustrate how the elements are organized: 

Template for a Book Citation on a Reference Page

Author, A. A. (Year of publication). Title of work: Capital letter also for subtitle and Edition Number. Publisher Name. DOI (if available)

Example of a edited Book Citation on a Reference Page 

Anderson, W. W., Lee, R., & Lee, R. G. (Eds.). (2005)Displacements and Diasporas: Asians in the Americas. Rutgers University Press.

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  • Last Updated Jun 26, 2023
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