Sally Rooney
Sally Rooney
Sally Rooney is an acclaimed Irish novelist celebrated for her sharp, intimate explorations of love, friendship, and class. Born in 1991 in County Mayo, Ireland, she studied English at Trinity College Dublin, where she also earned a Master’s degree in American Literature. Rooney attracted widespread attention with her debut novel, *Conversations with Friends* (2017), earning praise for her perceptive, witty prose and complex characters. Her second novel, *Normal People* (2018), skyrocketed her to international stardom, winning the Costa Novel Award and being longlisted for the Booker Prize. Adapted into a hit television series, *Normal People* cemented Rooney’s place as a defining voice of her generation—masterfully depicting the nuances and vulnerabilities of young adulthood. Rooney followed with *Beautiful World, Where Are You* (2021), which further showcased her keen psychological insight and ability to distill contemporary anxieties. Often described as “the first great millennial novelist,” Rooney's writing is marked by its clarity, emotional depth, and acute social observation. Translated into over 40 languages, her works invite readers worldwide into rich, resonant portraits of modern relationships and identity.
Sally Rooney is an acclaimed Irish novelist celebrated for her sharp, intimate explorations of love, friendship, and class. Born in 1991 in County Mayo, Ireland, she studied English at Trinity College Dublin, where she also earned a Master’s degree in American Literature. Rooney attracted widespread attention with her debut novel, *Conversations with Friends* (2017), earning praise for her perceptive, witty prose and complex characters. Her second novel, *Normal People* (2018), skyrocketed her to international stardom, winning the Costa Novel Award and being longlisted for the Booker Prize. Adapted into a hit television series, *Normal People* cemented Rooney’s place as a defining voice of her generation—masterfully depicting the nuances and vulnerabilities of young adulthood. Rooney followed with *Beautiful World, Where Are You* (2021), which further showcased her keen psychological insight and ability to distill contemporary anxieties. Often described as “the first great millennial novelist,” Rooney's writing is marked by its clarity, emotional depth, and acute social observation. Translated into over 40 languages, her works invite readers worldwide into rich, resonant portraits of modern relationships and identity.
