Here are some of the most common citation style guides:
* MLA (Modern Language Association): Primarily used in the humanities, such as literature, language, and cultural studies.
* APA (American Psychological Association): Predominantly used in the social sciences, such as psychology, sociology, and education.
* Chicago (also known as Turabian): Widely used in the humanities and social sciences, and often preferred for historical research.
* AMA (American Medical Association): Typically used in medical and health sciences.
* CSE (Council of Science Editors): Commonly used in the natural and physical sciences.
Each style guide has its own specific rules for formatting citations, including:
* Order of elements in a citation
* Punctuation and capitalization
* Use of italics or quotation marks
* Abbreviations
* Formatting of bibliographies and reference lists
Where to find these guides:
* Online resources: Many style guides have websites with detailed information and examples.
* University libraries: Libraries often have copies of style guides available for students and researchers.
* Citation management software: Some citation management software programs, like Zotero or EndNote, will automatically format citations according to different style guides.
Choosing the right citation style guide depends on the discipline you're working in, the specific requirements of your instructor or publisher, and the expectations of your audience.