How to Cite a Magazine Article in AMA (11th edition)
Learn how to cite print and online magazine 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 magazine article in your reference list:
Author AA. Title of article. Magazine Name. Month Day, Year:pages.
AMA In-Text Citation
Use one of these formats when referencing this source within your paper:
Parenthetical
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Narrative
Author1 reports...
Key AMA Formatting Rules
- Do not italicize the article title; italicize the magazine name.
- Give the full date (Month Day, Year) followed by a colon and the page range.
- Include the URL and accessed date for online articles.
- References are numbered in order of appearance in the text.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Gather source information: Collect the author name, title, publication date, and URL or DOI for your magazine article.
- Format the reference: Arrange the elements following the AMA (11th edition) 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 AMA requirements.
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