AP Stylebook
Citing Sources & Writing: Getting More Help
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Introduction
The AP Stylebook is a writing style guide for journalists. It is published and updated annually to reflect changes in writing style and new guidelines.Updated regularly since its initial publication in 1953, the AP Stylebook is a must-have reference for writers, editors, students and professionals. It provides fundamental guidelines for spelling, language, punctuation, usage and journalistic style. It is the definitive resource for journalists.
Source: AP Stylebook http://www.apstylebook.com/?do=what_is
Citation Management
Consider using a citation management software to help keep track of your citations for your bibliography.
Do you need the Web or Desktop version?
EndNote is a citation management tool that enables you to:
►Organize your research Include citations while you write your paper
►Build a bibliography in a variety of formats
►Import references from library databases and Google Scholar.
See Also: Canvas EndNote Modules | EndNote Web Tutorials | EndNote Desktop Tutorials
ACES
ACES, the American Copy Editors Society, is a non-profit 501(c)(3) education and membership organization working toward the advancement of copy editors. Our aim is to provide solutions to editing problems, training and a place to discuss common issues.
Source: About ACES