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Creating an Annotated Bibliography: Preparing Your Annotated Bibliography

Kia ora! This is a guide for writing annotated bibliographies. This guide provides quick guidelines to support your research.
  • Locate and record citations to books, journals and documents on your topic. Examine and review these.
  • Select those works that provide a variety of perspectives on your topic.
  • Cite the book, article, or document using the required referencing style.
  • Write a concise annotation on the central theme and scope of the work.
  • Include:
    • An evaluation of the authority or background of the author
    • A comment on the intended audience
    • A comparison of this work with another you have cited or an explanation on how this work illuminates your bibliography topic