Kenny’s Bookshop in Galway has seen a significant increase in sales of Sally Rooney’s books following the UK’s withdrawal from the European Union. The shop reported a tenfold jump in sales of Rooney’s titles, with almost all of the additional orders coming from customers in the UK.
The surge in demand for Rooney’s novels, including *Normal* and *Conversations with Friends*, has been noted by the bookshop’s staff. The increase coincides with the UK’s exit from the EU, which has prompted many UK-based readers to seek out books that reflect their changing political and cultural landscape.
This trend reflects a broader shift in consumer behavior as the UK adjusts to its new status outside the EU. Bookshops across the country have reported similar patterns, with a noticeable rise in sales of books that address themes of identity, belonging, and societal change. The impact of the UK’s withdrawal on literary consumption highlights the complex relationship between political events and cultural trends.
