The children's author David Walliams dropped by longtime publisher.
Prolific young adult author and comedian David Walliams is no longer with his longtime publishing house, as confirmed by the firm.
An official for the publisher stated: "Following a thorough review, and with the guidance of its recently appointed chief executive, HarperCollins UK has chosen to cease publishing future works by David Walliams."
Reports indicate that the decision was made after an review of claims about questionable actions involving female individuals.
The firm has not elaborated on the motivations for this action, stating: "We refrain from speaking about private personnel issues."
An Illustrious Writing Journey
Walliams is one of the UK's most successful children's authors, having sold over six tens of millions of copies globally in five dozen languages.
His first children's book, *The Boy in the Dress*, was released through HarperCollins back in 2008.
Several of his titles, such as *Gangsta Granny* and *Billionaire Boy*, have also been adapted into TV movies.
He has published over four dozen titles altogether, encompassing a festive story called *Santa & Son*, which was published by HarperCollins in October.
A Dual Career
His career breakthrough occurred on the television comedy show *Little Britain* and has also won National Television Awards for his role as a panelist on *Britain's Got Talent*.
He was awarded an OBE back in 2017 in recognition of his work for philanthropic and artistic endeavors.
This move occurs subsequent to the appointment of Kate Elton as HarperCollins UK's freshly installed boss last fall.
