Sally Rooney
From Derry Girls to Kneecap, our arts sector already punches above its weight. How good could it be if it was properly funded? - Sophie Clarke
It’s time for a cultural renaissance in the north
Sally Rooney’s Intermezzo among books on Waterstones Book Of The Year shortlist
Previous winners range from Philip Pullman and Maggie O’Farrell to Charlie Mackesy, Paul McCartney and Katherine Rundell.
5 new books to read this week
This week’s bookcase includes reviews of Honeybee by Dawn O’Porter and Intermezzo by Sally Rooney.
Roddy Doyle on who should write what: ‘The only thing that matters is – is it any good?’
The Irish author talks to Prudence Wade about returning to the character of Paula Spencer for his latest novel.
Daisy Edgar-Jones says it would be ‘wonderful’ to return to Normal People role
The actress shot to fame as Marianne Sheridan alongside Paul Mescal who played her love interest Connell Waldron in the miniseries.
Author picks up young writer prize for novel about legacy of male violence
Previous winners of the award, which comes with a £10,000 prize, include Normal People author Sally Rooney and Surge poet Jay Bernard.
Paul Mescal describes ‘fury’ after being groped by fan
The actor said the incident had been ‘so gross’ and ‘creepy’.
Costa Book Awards to end after 50 years
The event has played a significant role in promoting writers such as Irish author Sally Rooney.
Joe Alwyn on creating ‘accidental’ lockdown music with Taylor Swift
The actor has spoken to GQ Hype about writing music in lockdown and Conversations With Friends.
Sally Rooney defends decision to block Hebrew translation of new book
The author’s previous two novels were translated by Israel-based Modan.