Comedian and author David Walliams parted ways with publishing house.
Prolific children's author and entertainer David Walliams is no longer with his publisher HarperCollins UK, as confirmed by the firm.
A spokesman for the firm said: "Following a thorough review, and under the leadership of its recently appointed chief executive, HarperCollins UK has chosen to cease publishing additional books by David Walliams."
Media sources suggest that the move was reached following an inquiry regarding reports of questionable actions involving female individuals.
The publisher declined to specify the reasons for its decision, noting: "We do not comment on confidential company decisions."
An Illustrious Literary Career
Walliams stands as a most successful children's authors, having sold in excess of 60 million copies worldwide in five dozen languages.
The debut children's novel from Walliams, *The Boy in the Dress*, was released through HarperCollins back in 2008.
Some of his books, including *Gangsta Granny* and *Billionaire Boy*, have also been adapted into television films.
To date, he has released in excess of 40 works combined, encompassing a festive story called *Santa & Son*, which was released through HarperCollins last autumn.
From Screen to Page
His initial claim to fame came on the television comedy show *Little Britain* and has additionally received National Television Awards for his duties as an arbiter on *Britain's Got Talent*.
He was made an OBE several years ago for his services to philanthropic and artistic endeavors.
This development follows the appointment of Kate Elton as HarperCollins UK's recent CEO last fall.
