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How to Cite a Blog Post in Bluebook (21st edition)

Learn how to cite blog posts and online opinion pieces in Bluebook format (21st edition). This guide includes the reference list format, in-text citation examples, and key formatting rules.

Bluebook Bibliography Format

Here is the standard Bluebook format for citing a blog post in your bibliography:

Follow the standard Bluebook template for this source type.

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 Bluebook (21st 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 bibliography: Include the full formatted citation at the end of your paper.
  5. Double-check formatting: Verify italics, punctuation, capitalization, and hanging indents match Bluebook requirements.

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