As you gather sources for an assignment, you will likely find sources in print, on the web, and in other places. The information you will need for the reference list at the end of your paper will differ slightly for some sources, but the main principles apply to all sources. You should

Some sources will require page numbers; some will require a publisher; and some will require retrieval information.

In APA style, the alphabetical list of works cited that appears at the end of the paper is titled “References.” It gives publication information for each of the sources you have cited in the paper. The following pages provide specific requirements for and examples of many of the sources you are likely to encounter.

The models in this section provide examples and explanations for most types of sources you will encounter. You can consult the guidelines chart for general information about listing authors, titles, and publication information in your reference list. “Citation at a glance” shows where you can find the required information in the most common sources.