Citing Sources with MLA

What is MLA?

Different academic disciplines use unique styles of writing and documentation. MLA, the style developed by the Modern Language Association, is the primary style used in English and Humanities courses.

For additional citation examples or information regarding MLA style, consult the MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers, 8^th edition (available at the QVCC CC library).

Library sources all come with suggested citations! If you are using a non-library source, these links might help.

See this Sample MLA Paper adapted from a guide posted by the CT Capital Community College Library
See Bristol Community College's Quick Style Guide to MLA-8 in-text citations and works cited lists.
View Purdue Owl's Works Cited list examples.
See MLA Style Center Guides and Tutorials. A complete, MLA manual is available for use at the QVCC Library main desk.
Try downloading or printing MLA templates to gather necessary citation elements.

ASK Librarians! That's our job. We're here to help with citations. Send an email, call, text, or use our real-time chat service. Contact information is on this page.

Microsoft Word Resources

Create a Hanging Indent: Windows OR MAC
You will need to do this for your Works Cited Page
Insert Page Number: Word for Microsoft 365, Word for Microsoft 365 for Mac