Sally Rooney to issue novel in Hebrew with Israeli publisher who complies with BDS
Irish novelist Sally Rooney, who drew headlines in 2021 for refusing a Hebrew translation of one of her books, is now publishing her latest novel in Hebrew through an Israeli publisher approved by boycott activists.…
Assessment
Rooney's shift from refusing Hebrew translation to working with a BDS-compliant publisher signals a nuanced attempt to navigate cultural boycott politics. The collaboration with left-wing Israeli outlets suggests she seeks to reach Israeli audiences without endorsing mainstream publishing. Watching how BDS activists and critics react will test whether this model becomes a precedent.