How do I cite an eBook accessed through an e-reader (ex. Kindle, Nook)?
Answer
APA does not require that you put in that it is an eBook if it is the same as the print version.
If you are uncertain if it is the same, APA recommends citing an eBook accessed through an e-reader as follows:
Author, A. A. (Year). Title of book [E-reader Name ed.]. Publisher.
Smith, J. (2022). My Life. [Kindle ed.]. Books 'R' Us.
Chicago recommends citing an eBook accessed through an e-reader as follows:
Footnote
1 Author First Name Author Last Name, Title (Publisher, Publication Year), page number, E-reader name.
1 John Smith, My Life (Books 'R' Us, 2022), 2, Kindle.
Bibliography
Author Last Name, Author First Name. Title. Publisher, Year. E-reader Name.
Smith, John. My Life. Books 'R' Us, 2022. Kindle.
This question has been updated to the 18th edition of Chicago Style. If you are using 17th edition, see this Library Handout, Purdue OWL, or contact a librarian.
MLA recommends citing an eBook accessed through an e-reader as follows:
Author Last Name, Author First Name. Title. E-reader Name ed., Publisher, Year.
Smith, John. My Life. Kindle ed., Books 'R' Us, 2022.
If you need further help, contact a librarian.