Sally Rooney's books are no longer sold in the UK due to support for a pro-Palestinian group
In July 2025, the UK banned Palestine Action, a group that has targeted Israeli companies since 2020. Sally Rooney's books were removed from UK shelves after she publicly supported the banned group. Over 3,700 people were arrested in connection with protests supporting the group. Rooney stated that continuing to publish in the UK could be a criminal offense.
- Bestselling books by Sally Rooney will not be sold in the UK.
- Palestine Action was designated a terrorist organization by the British government in July 2025.
- Sally Rooney supports Palestine Action, an organization banned in the UK.
- Rooney stated that further publication of her work could be a serious criminal offence.
- Faber stated that current UK legislation prevents passing on earnings to Sally Rooney.
- Faber decided to stop distributing Rooney's books in the country.
- More than 3,000 people have been arrested for supporting Palestine Action.
- Rooney has sold more than six million books worldwide.
- Rooney believes Israel is committing genocide in Gaza.
- More than one million copies of 'Normal People' were sold in Great Britain.
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