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APA Style

This guide contains examples of common citation formats in APA (American Psychological Association) Style, based on the sixth edition (2009) of the Publication Manual. APA style is commonly used in the social sciences.

Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association by American Psychological Association Staff
ISBN: 9781433805592
Publication Date: 2009-07-15
In addition to providing guidance on grammar, the mechanics of writing, and APA style, this manual offers an authoritative reference and citation system.
Concise Rules of APA Style by American Psychological Association Staff
Call Number: Ref BF 76 .7 .C66 2010
ISBN: 9781433805608
Publication Date: 2009-07-15
Cliff notes edition

APA Formatting and Style Guide (Purdue OWL)
Extensive explanations and examples for how to cite using the APA style, commonly used in the social sciences.
APA Style Blog
Answers to frequently asked questions about citing sources in APA style and how to cite unusual things. Use the search box on the right to search the blog for answers .
Frequently Ased Questions from the APA website
Quick answers to common questions about using APA style.
APA Style Tutorial
Basic rules of APA style from the APA website.
APA sample paper
A research paper written in APA style with explanations of APA style!