This quick guide provides a basic overview of how to format in-text citations and Work Cited entries in MLA Style, 9th edition. Those who have experience with MLA 8 will be familiar with most of 9th edition guidelines. We recommend referring to the MLA Handbook 9th edition and the MLA Style Center as the definitive sources for your MLA questions. MLA is typically used in humanities disciplines and liberal arts. Always consult your assignment or your instructor for the correct citation style to use.
MLA Handbook by The MLA Style Center is the only authorized website on MLA style and serves as a companion to the MLA Handbook .