Books by Sally Rooney Withdrawn from UK over Palestine Support

Sally Rooney's books are reportedly being pulled from distribution in the UK due to her backing of Palestine Action.

By Imani Kabeya — Fact Check · October 14, 2026 at 7:23 p.m.

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Claim: Sally Rooney's books are being withdrawn from the UK market because of her support for Palestine Action, according to Al Jazeera.

What we found: Al Jazeera reports that Sally Rooney, an acclaimed author, is facing the withdrawal of her works from the UK market. This decision is attributed to her publicly stated support for Palestine Action, an activist group advocating for Palestinian rights.

Verdict: Unconfirmed. While the report from Al Jazeera indicates that Rooney's books are being pulled, further corroboration from publishers or official statements is needed to fully confirm the status and extent of this withdrawal.

Books by Sally Rooney Withdrawn from UK over Palestine Support

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