The children's author David Walliams dropped by book publisher.
Acclaimed writer for children and comedian David Walliams is no longer with his publisher HarperCollins UK, the company has said.
A spokesman for the company stated: "Upon deliberation, and under the leadership of its fresh leadership, HarperCollins UK has chosen to cease publishing additional books by David Walliams."
Reports indicate that the decision was made after an inquiry regarding claims about inappropriate behaviour involving women.
The company declined to specify the motivations for this action, adding: "It is not our policy to discuss confidential company decisions."
A Prolific Literary Career
Walliams stands as a most best-selling authors for kids, boasting over in excess of 60 million copies globally in 55 languages.
The debut children's novel from Walliams, *The Boy in the Dress*, came out under HarperCollins in 2008.
Several of his titles, including *Gangsta Granny* and *Billionaire Boy*, have also been adapted into small-screen adaptations.
His bibliography includes more than 40 books combined, which features a Christmas book titled *Santa & Son*, which came out under HarperCollins this past October.
From Screen to Page
His career breakthrough occurred on the television comedy show *Little Britain* and has additionally received 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 naming of Kate Elton as HarperCollins UK's freshly installed boss in October.
