Irish writer Sally Rooney has had her books withdrawn from sale in the United Kingdom after she publicly expressed support for the activist group Palestine Action.
Rooney is best known for the novels Normal People, Intermezzo and Conversations With Friends. Her work has attracted a wide readership and significant media attention since her debut, making any commercial withdrawal of her titles a notable development in the UK book market.
The decision to remove the books follows Rooney's public backing of Palestine Action. The report did not specify which retailers or distributors enacted the withdrawals, nor did it include statements from Rooney, the activist group, publishers or booksellers explaining the actions taken.
The incident touches on broader questions about the intersection of authors' political views and the commercial availability of their work. Observers say such cases can prompt discussion among publishers, booksellers, readers and free-expression advocates about how political activity by cultural figures should affect access to their work.
At this stage, further details about the extent of the withdrawals and any responses from the parties involved have not been provided in the report.