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Sam Roberts

Correspondent

AS SEEN ON
The New York Times, The Boston Globe, BookPage, The Straits Times, The Tea Lady

Preston's Summary

Sam Roberts is a Correspondent at The New York Times. He has covered urban affairs in New York for over 50 years, focusing on themes related to culture, society, and legal affairs, including civil rights and social issues. His work has been featured in numerous publications, including Dublin Live, The Mirror, and The Boston Globe, showcasing his extensive contributions to journalism.

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Geo Focus

New York, United States (Local)

Coverage Attributes:

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Informative: 71 %
Opinion: 9 %
Promotional: 6 %
Interviews Q&as: 5 %
Events: 4 %

Themes Covered:

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Most Recent Topics:

  • Journalism
  • Media
  • Press
  • Civil Rights
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Racial Issues
  • Social Interest

Pitching Insights

Sam Roberts' coverage is primarily focused on local news, including obituaries and profiles of notable figures in New York City. His articles also cover evolving stories, breaking news, legal policy regulation, as well as themes related to entertainment, business, culture & society.

If you are looking to reach out to Sam Roberts with a pitch or story idea, consider providing insights about individuals or events relevant to the local New York area. For example: newsworthy obituaries and profile features concerning notable figures within New York City's entertainment industry or prominent members of the business community may be particularly relevant. Additionally, if you have information about evolving stories or breaking news related to legal policy regulation in this geographic area that aligns with his coverage focus would likely capture his interest.

When crafting your pitch for Sam Roberts keep it concise and ensure that it ties into the specific geographical focus while reflecting one of the key topics he covers such as obituaries/profile features/entertainment/business/culture & society-related developments occurring within New York City.

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Articles

BookPage

Are They Dead Yet?

By: Sam Roberts

In his wry, witty Are They Dead Yet?, Sam Roberts meditates on a decade at the New York Times obituary desk.

BookPage

Are They Dead Yet?

Are They Dead Yet?

By: Sam Roberts, Linda M. Castellitto

In his wry, witty Are They Dead Yet?, Sam Roberts meditates on a decade at the New York Times obituary desk.

Longreads

Speaking for the Dead

Speaking for the Dead

By: Sam Roberts

Tuck Everlasting is a cautionary tale about a family of the same surname who, by inadvertently discovering the proverbial Fountain of Youth, is forced to reconcile with eternity.

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