17th Edition

Chicago Citation Guide

Versatile style used in history, arts, and publishing. Learn how to cite any source type with our comprehensive Chicago Manual of Style guide.

How to Cite by Source Type

Website

Online articles, pages, and web content.

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Book

Print and digital books.

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Journal Article

Peer-reviewed academic journal articles.

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Article

General articles from magazines and online sources.

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Chicago Reference Example

Smith, John D., and Mary R. Johnson. "The Future of Academic Citations." Journal of Research Methods 15, no. 3 (2024): 45-67.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chicago citation style?

Chicago (Chicago Manual of Style) is a citation style used primarily in versatile style used in history, arts, and publishing. The current version is the 17th Edition.

How do I format in-text citations in Chicago?

In-text citations in Chicago typically include the author's last name and year of publication. The exact format varies by source type. Use CiteMe to generate accurate in-text citations automatically.

What's the difference between Chicago and other citation styles?

Chicago has specific formatting rules that differ from other styles in terms of author names, dates, titles, and punctuation. The main differences are in how sources are ordered and formatted in the reference list.

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