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How to Cite a Newspaper Article in AMA (11th edition)

Learn how to cite print and online newspaper articles 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 newspaper article in your reference list:

Author AA. Title of article. Newspaper Name. Month Day, Year:Page.

AMA Example for a Newspaper Article

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

1. Novak P. Universities rethink the reading list. The Daily Register. September 3, 2024:A4. https://www.example.org/reading-list

Matching in-text citation: 1

AMA In-Text Citation

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

Parenthetical

1

Narrative

Smith1 reports...

Key AMA Formatting Rules

  • Do not italicize the article title.
  • Include the newspaper name, date, and page number.
  • For online articles, include the URL and accessed date.
  • References are numbered consecutively.

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Gather source information: Collect the author name, title, publication date, and URL or DOI for your newspaper article.
  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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