How do you cite a textbook with multiple authors?
Citing a textbook with multiple authors can be a bit tricky, especially if you’re not sure about the specific citation style you’re supposed to use. However, by following a few simple steps, you can ensure that your citation is accurate and meets the requirements of your academic or professional work. In this article, we’ll explore the different citation styles and provide you with examples on how to cite a textbook with multiple authors in each style.
APA Citation Style
In APA (American Psychological Association) citation style, when citing a textbook with multiple authors, you should include the authors’ last names, followed by their first initials, the publication year, the title of the textbook, the publisher, and the location of publication. If there are more than two authors, list only the first author followed by “et al.” (meaning “and others”). Here’s an example:
Smith, J. A., Jones, B. C., & Thompson, D. E. (2018). Textbook on psychology. New York: Publisher.
If the textbook has an edition number, include it in parentheses after the title:
Smith, J. A., Jones, B. C., & Thompson, D. E. (2018). Textbook on psychology (4th ed.). New York: Publisher.
For an online textbook, include the URL in the reference list:
Smith, J. A., Jones, B. C., & Thompson, D. E. (2018). Textbook on psychology. Retrieved from http://www.publisher.com/book
MLA Citation Style
In MLA (Modern Language Association) citation style, when citing a textbook with multiple authors, you should include the authors’ last names, followed by their first initials, the publication year, the title of the textbook, the publisher, and the location of publication. If there are more than two authors, list only the first author followed by “et al.” Here’s an example:
Smith, J. A., B. C. Jones, and D. E. Thompson. Textbook on Psychology. New York: Publisher, 2018.
For an online textbook, include the URL in parentheses after the title:
Smith, J. A., B. C. Jones, and D. E. Thompson. “Textbook on Psychology.” Publisher, 2018. http://www.publisher.com/book.
Chicago Citation Style
In Chicago citation style, when citing a textbook with multiple authors, you should include the authors’ last names, followed by their first initials, the publication year, the title of the textbook, the publisher, and the location of publication. If there are more than two authors, list only the first author followed by “et al.” Here’s an example:
Smith, J. A., B. C. Jones, and D. E. Thompson. Textbook on Psychology. New York: Publisher, 2018.
For an online textbook, include the URL in parentheses after the title:
Smith, J. A., B. C. Jones, and D. E. Thompson. “Textbook on Psychology.” Publisher, 2018. http://www.publisher.com/book.
Remember, these are just examples, and you should always double-check the specific requirements of your academic or professional institution. Following these guidelines will help you accurately cite a textbook with multiple authors in any citation style.
