General Format:
* Italicize the book title: This distinguishes it from other elements in the citation.
* Capitalize all major words in the title: This includes nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, and the first and last words.
* Follow the title with the publication information: This includes the publisher's name, the publication year, and (optional) the city of publication.
Example:
* Correct: *The Lord of the Rings* by J. R. R. Tolkien. Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, 2003.
* Incorrect: the lord of the rings by j. r. r. Tolkien. houghton Mifflin Harcourt, 2003.
Additional Notes:
* Subtitles: If a book has a subtitle, include it after the main title, separated by a colon. *Example: *The Art of War: A New Translation with Commentary*
* Edition: For subsequent editions of a book, include the edition number after the title. *Example: *The Elements of Style, 4th ed.*
* Volume/Series: If the book is part of a series, add the series title and number after the publication information. *Example: *The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, Vol. 1 of The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy*
* Formatting: The Works Cited page follows specific formatting rules based on the citation style you're using (MLA, APA, Chicago, etc.). Consult a style guide for precise formatting instructions.
Remember:
* Consistency is key. Maintain the same formatting for all entries on your Works Cited page.
* Accuracy is vital. Double-check all information for spelling and punctuation errors.
Please let me know if you'd like specific examples for a particular citation style.