How to Cite a Book in IEEE (standard)
Learn how to cite printed and electronic books in IEEE format (standard). This guide includes the reference list format, in-text citation examples, and key formatting rules.
IEEE Reference List Format
Here is the standard IEEE format for citing a book in your reference list:
[1] A. A. Author, Title of Book. Place: Publisher, Year.
IEEE In-Text Citation
Use one of these formats when referencing this source within your paper:
Parenthetical
[1, p. 45]
Narrative
In [1], Smith explains...
Key IEEE Formatting Rules
- Italicize the book title.
- Include place, publisher, and year.
- Use "ch." for chapter and "pp." for pages.
- Abbreviate author first names.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Gather source information: Collect the author name, title, publication date, and URL or DOI for your book.
- Format the reference: Arrange the elements following the IEEE (standard) 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 IEEE requirements.
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