How do I cite a poem in NLM?

To cite a poem in NLM (current), include the author, title, date, and source location. Use our free citation generator for automatic formatting.

What does the in-text citation look like for a poem in NLM?

In NLM, the in-text citation for the example above is [1]

How to Cite a Poem in NLM (current)

Learn how to cite poems, verse, and poetry from anthologies or collections in NLM format (current). This guide includes the reference list format, in-text citation examples, and key formatting rules.

NLM Reference List Format

Here is the standard NLM format for citing a poem in your reference list:

NLM Example for a Poem

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

[1] Whitcombe I. Reading room at dusk. In: Pratt O, editor. Collected Poems, 1990-2010. Chicago: Lakeshore Press; 2012. p. 112–113.

Matching in-text citation: [1]

Step-by-Step Guide

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

Evidence and review notes

Worked examples are generated by citeproc from the published CSL definition, not written by a language model.

CSL style record: nlm.csl

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I cite a poem in NLM?: To cite a poem in NLM (current), include the author, title, date, and source location. Use our free citation generator for automatic formatting.
What is the NLM format for a poem citation?: The NLM format for a poem is: [1] Whitcombe I. Reading room at dusk. In: Pratt O, editor. Collected Poems, 1990-2010. Chicago: Lakeshore Press; 2012. p. 112–113.
What does the in-text citation look like for a poem in NLM?: In NLM, the in-text citation for the example above is [1]