How do I cite a poem in IEEE?

To cite a poem in IEEE (standard), include the author, title, date, and source location. Use our free citation generator for automatic formatting.

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How to Cite a Poem in IEEE (standard)

Learn how to cite poems, verse, and poetry from anthologies or collections 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 poem in your reference list:

[1] A. A. Author, "Title of poem," in Title of Anthology, E. Editor, Ed. Place: Publisher, Year, pp. xx–xx.

IEEE In-Text Citation

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

Parenthetical

[1]

Narrative

In [1], the poet writes...

Step-by-Step Guide

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