'Sally Rooney, the author of 'Intermezzo,' discusses her approach to success: "I don't prioritize my career."'

Sally Rooney's successful novels have sold millions of copies and been turned into popular TV shows. Her latest book, "Intermezzo," is out now, and she continues to build on her winning formula.

Rooney stated to the New York Times that she doesn't focus on her artistic development when asked about the similarities between her books and her future plans to mix things up.

"She said she didn't care about her career and instead focused on making her book the best it could be, without considering it in relation to her other work."

Rooney, who focuses on intricate interpersonal relationships in her novels, isn't drawn to making changes just for the sake of change.

"I don't find the cultural fixation with novelty and growth very interesting."

Rooney countered criticism of her novels' character development by referencing classic literature.

"She stated that she was hesitant to express this sentiment because it might suggest that she was comparing herself to the esteemed writers of the past, but she emphasized that she was not. When she contemplated authors whose work had significantly influenced her life, she mentioned Austen, Henry James, and Dostoyevsky. These writers created work that embodied the characteristics she described, where a character from one of their novels could seamlessly fit into any of the other novels they authored."

"She aimed to create unique worlds in her novels that are intense, profound, and beautiful."

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