Mastering Harvard 'Et Al.' Citations: A Wizard’s Guide

Ever found yourself tangled in the magical web of Harvard referencing, especially when it comes to that elusive 'et al.'? Trust me, I’ve been there, spellbook in hand, wondering if I’d ever get it right! Here’s the secret: if your source has three or fewer authors, list them all. But if there are four or more, just use the first author’s surname, followed by 'et al.' and the year—like a true academic wizard! (Dumbledore et al. 1996). Don’t forget, page numbers matter when quoting or paraphrasing (pp. 42-47). Did you know the period only goes after 'al.'? And yes, 'et al.' is Latin, so italicize it in your text for extra flair! Still confused or spot a mistake? Call me out in the comments—I dare you! Let’s conjure up the perfect citation together. Any other citation spells you want to learn? Share below! 😏✨ #HarvardStyle #AcademicWriting #CitationTips #Education