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How to Cite a Magazine Article in APA (7th edition)

Learn how to cite print and online magazine articles in APA format (7th edition). This guide includes the reference list format, in-text citation examples, and key formatting rules.

APA Reference List Format

Here is the standard APA format for citing a magazine article in your reference list:

Author, A. A. (Year, Month Day). Title of article. Magazine Name, Volume(Issue), pages.

APA In-Text Citation

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

Parenthetical

(Author, 2024)

Narrative

Author (2024) reports...

Key APA Formatting Rules

  • List the author(s), then the full date as (Year, Month Day).
  • Use sentence case for the article title and do not italicize it.
  • Italicize the magazine name and the volume; put the issue number in parentheses.
  • End with the page range; add the URL for online magazine articles.

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Gather source information: Collect the author name, title, publication date, and URL or DOI for your magazine article.
  2. Format the reference: Arrange the elements following the APA (7th 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 APA requirements.

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