The children's author David Walliams dropped by book publisher.
Prolific children's author and comedian David Walliams has been dropped by his publisher HarperCollins UK, as confirmed by the firm.
A spokesman for the firm said: "Following a thorough review, and following the appointment of its new CEO, HarperCollins UK has decided not to publish any new titles by David Walliams."
Media sources suggest that the conclusion was taken subsequent to an inquiry regarding reports of questionable actions involving women.
The company declined to specify the specific rationale behind the move, stating: "We do not comment on internal matters."
An Illustrious Publishing History
Walliams stands as a most successful children's authors, having sold in excess of 60 million copies worldwide in dozens of tongues.
The debut children's novel from Walliams, *The Boy in the Dress*, came out under HarperCollins in 2008.
Several of his works, including *Gangsta Granny* and *Billionaire Boy*, have subsequently been turned into small-screen adaptations.
To date, he has released over four dozen titles in total, including a holiday title called *Santa & Son*, which was published by HarperCollins in October.
Television and Literature
His career breakthrough occurred on the broadcast sketch program *Little Britain* and has also won 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.
The publisher's decision comes after the selection of Kate Elton as HarperCollins UK's recent CEO last fall.
