The children's author David Walliams parted ways with longtime publisher.
Prolific writer for children and TV personality David Walliams is no longer with his longtime publishing house, as confirmed by the firm.
An official for the company said: "After careful consideration, and with the guidance of its new CEO, HarperCollins UK has decided not to publish any new titles by David Walliams."
It has been reported that the move was taken subsequent to an review of allegations of conduct deemed unsuitable involving female individuals.
The firm did not confirm the specific rationale behind the move, stating: "It is not our policy to discuss confidential company decisions."
A Prolific Writing Journey
Walliams stands as a most prolific writers for young readers, boasting over over six tens of millions of copies worldwide in 55 languages.
His inaugural foray into kids' literature, *The Boy in the Dress*, was published by HarperCollins fifteen years ago.
Some of his books, including *Gangsta Granny* and *Billionaire Boy*, have found new life as small-screen adaptations.
To date, he has released over four dozen titles in total, encompassing a holiday title called *Santa & Son*, which was published by HarperCollins this past October.
From Screen to Page
His initial claim to fame came on the broadcast sketch program *Little Britain* and has been honored with National Television Awards for his duties as an arbiter on *Britain's Got Talent*.
He received an OBE several years ago in recognition of his work for philanthropic and artistic endeavors.
This development follows the appointment of Kate Elton as HarperCollins UK's recent CEO last fall.
