How to Cite a Book in AMA (11th edition)

Learn how to cite printed and electronic books in AMA format (11th edition). This guide includes the reference list format, in-text citation examples, and key formatting rules.

AMA Reference List Format

Here is the standard AMA format for citing a book in your reference list:

AMA Example for a Book

A complete AMA reference for a book, formatted by the official AMA CSL style definition — the same engine that powers the generator on this site:

Matching in-text citation: 1

AMA In-Text Citation

Use one of these formats when referencing this source within your paper:

Key AMA Formatting Rules

• Do not italicize the book title.
• Abbreviate author first names to initials.
• Include edition, city/state, publisher, and year.
• Use a semicolon before the year.
• References are numbered consecutively in order of first citation.

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Gather source information: Collect the author name, title, publication date, and URL or DOI for your book.
2. Format the reference: Arrange the elements following the AMA (11th edition) template shown above.
3. Create the in-text citation: Add a parenthetical or narrative citation in your paper where you reference this source.
4. Add to your reference list: Include the full formatted citation at the end of your paper.
5. Double-check formatting: Verify italics, punctuation, capitalization, and hanging indents match AMA requirements.

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