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Brooke Sample’s Biography

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During my 13-year professional career, I have been a copy editor for newspapers, magazines, trade publications and websites, covering topics as varied as general news, women's interest, health, business, commodities and more.

As a freelancer, I have also edited copy for major medical groups and publishing companies. I also have experience editing copy for advertising firms, self-published authors and pharmaceutical companies.

What was your first job as a journalist?

Technically it wasn't a journalism position, but I edited my dad's master's thesis when I was 14!

What's your favorite social network?

Facebook, which makes me practically old school these days. I follow a ton of news sites and fellow journalists.

Why did you become a journalist?

Because being a lawyer just wasn't in the cards for me, even though I tried.