‘Conversations with Friends’ author Sally Rooney answers your questions

The transcript discusses Sally Rooney's debut novel, focusing on its characters, themes, and the setting in post-economic crash Dublin. It explores the dynamics between the young protagonists and an older couple, the inspiration behind the characters, and the balance between emotional and analytical perspectives. The novel's use of digital communication reflects modern relationships, with Rooney emphasizing observation over judgment.

What themes are explored in the relationships between the characters in the novel?

How does the setting of post-economic crash Dublin influence the narrative?

How does the author describe the process of character creation in her writing?

In what ways do the characters' emotional lives conflict with their analytical perspectives?

What role does technology play in the communication between characters?