Sally Rooney Issues Hebrew Intermezzo via BDS Publisher
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- Sally Rooney' novel Intermezzo will be released in Hebrew this month via Israeli publisher November Books, partnered with +972 Magazine and Local Call.
- Sally Rooney previously rejected a Hebrew translation offer for an earlier book, citing the global BDS boycott against Israel.
- Sally Rooney first became aware of the Palestinian cultural boycott in 2014 during protests against Israel’s Gaza campaign, which killed over 2,000 people, including hundreds of children.
- PACBI leads the BDS movement that targets Israeli cultural institutions for complicity in alleged apartheid and genocide.
- Samir Eskanda conducted an email interview with Rooney, which was condensed and edited for clarity.
Why it matters: The deal gives BDS supporters a high‑profile literary ally, boosting the boycott’s visibility, while Israeli cultural firms risk sales losses and reputational hits as they become targets of global pressure.
