Citing a book with multiple authors doesn’t have to be a chore. Think of it as journalism for your brain. You’re telling your reader: “I didn’t make this up—I found treasure, and here’s the map.”
So next time you’re staring at a book cover with a list of names as long as a grocery receipt, just smile. You know the rules: two authors get their full names, three or more get the first name and et al. You’re not a citation robot; you’re a storyteller with good manners. Now go cite that book and treat yourself to some cookies. You earned it.