Most databases include features that create citations for journal articles, books, ebooks, etc., to save or copy and paste into a bibliography, works cited or reference list. In addition to database citation tools, the library recommends Zotero as an easy-to-use citation management tool.

Always check the print style manual for complete citation formatting and punctuation.

For an ORU book, use the "How do I Cite this?" link in the book record.

If your book is not in the ORU library catalog, search and find the title in opens new windowWorldCat.org, then click the Cite/Export link and choose a citation style.

Once you have found an item in a database, look for a "cite" or "citation" link. For example, in EBSCO databases (shown below), use the Cite link under the Tools menu, then select the citation from the available formats.

Library Recommended Tool

opens new windowZotero - Free, easy-to-use tool; collect, organize, cite, and share sources. Works with Firefox, Chrome and Safari. See the opens new windowZotero Quick Start Guide.

Other Reference Managers

opens new windowMendeley Reference Manager - Free reference manager to help organize your research and collaborate with others online. Create a free account.

The following sites generate free citations with auto-fill mode that auto-completes and formats a citation. Several provide "Plagiarism and Grammar Check" and "Citation Guides." Manual entry modes are also available. Some offer a save option with login. Always check the citation for accuracy.

• opens new windowCitation Generator - Guides users through easy text boxes to complete. Supports APA, Chicago and MLA styles.
• opens new windowKnightCite (Maintained by the Hekman Library at Calvin College) - Uses MLA 8th ed., APA 6th ed., and Chicago 16th ed. (7th ed. Turabian)formats. Provides an easy citation form to fill out.
• opens new windowPitts Theology Library SBL Citation Builder - Generates citations in accordance with the opens new windowSBL (Society of Biblical Literature)Handbook of Style, Second Edition (2014).

View opens new windowarticle record for the example below.