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How to Cite a Blog Post in AMA (11th edition)

Learn how to cite blog posts and online opinion pieces 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 blog post in your reference list:

Author AA. Title of post. Blog Name. Month Day, Year. Accessed Month Day, Year. https://url

AMA In-Text Citation

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

Parenthetical

1

Narrative

Author1 argues...

Key AMA Formatting Rules

  • Do not italicize the post title; italicize the blog name.
  • Give the publication date, then an 'Accessed' date and the URL.
  • Name the author; use the organization as author if no person is credited.
  • References are numbered in order of appearance in the text.

Step-by-Step Guide

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