nuOct 14, 2026, 15:23

British publisher ends partnership with Sally Rooney over pro-Palestinian activism

Publisher Faber & Faber has stopped selling Sally Rooney's books in the United Kingdom because her plan to donate royalties to Palestine Action violates local laws. While the publisher will continue to sell her work in other countries, they decided to halt domestic sales because they cannot legally distribute her earnings.

British publisher Faber & Faber has ended the sale of author Sally Rooney's books within the United Kingdom due to legal complications regarding her political activism. Rooney intended to donate her royalties to the activist group Palestine Action, an organization currently prohibited under British law. Consequently, the publisher found it impossible to legally process payment of her earnings, leading to a mutual decision to cease domestic distribution of her work.

Despite this development, Faber & Faber emphasized that they remain proud to represent the Irish author and will continue to publish her books in other international markets. Rooney has expressed her full commitment to her advocacy, noting that she has previously avoided public appearances in the UK due to fears of arrest related to her support for the movement. The bestselling author, known for works such as Normal People and Conversations with Friends, stands by her principles while her publisher seeks to navigate the regulatory challenges surrounding her income.

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