How to quote from a source in a different language I'm writing an essay in English, but much of my source material is in Spanish (my first language). I know how to reference my sources in the bibliography, but how do I quote within the text? Do I translate it myself and still use quotation marks?
Your method sounds good. Indicate somehow that you translated, either by saying so once at the beginning of your essay, or individually with each quotation.  

General advice: Who are you writing this for?  If for a a class, ask the instructor.  If for a journal, consult the editor.