How do you format titles in APA style?

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Formatting Titles in APA Style

The table below shows how titles should be formatted in APA style depending on the source type. Note: Periodicals are publications that are published periodically, like journals, magazines, and newspapers.

 

Source Type Format Example
Article and book chapter titles Sentence case; no italics The story of Florence Nightingale:  A dedicated nurse
Book and Web Page Titles Sentence case; italicized The story of Florence Nightingale: A dedicated nurse
Periodical Titles Title case; italicized The Story of Florence Nightingale: A Dedicated Nurse
Website Titles Title case; no italics The Story of Florence Nightingale: A Dedicated Nurse

 

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  • Last Updated Jul 13, 2023
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