Comedian and author David Walliams dropped by longtime publisher.

Prolific young adult author and TV personality David Walliams is no longer with his UK book publisher, according to an announcement.

A representative for the firm said: "Following a thorough review, and with the guidance of its new CEO, HarperCollins UK will not be releasing any new titles by David Walliams."

Reports indicate that the conclusion was taken subsequent to an review of claims about conduct deemed unsuitable towards female individuals.

The publisher has not elaborated on the reasons for its decision, noting: "We refrain from speaking about private personnel issues."

An Illustrious Publishing History

Walliams stands as a most successful children's authors, with sales exceeding over six tens of millions of copies globally in 55 languages.

His first children's book, *The Boy in the Dress*, came out under HarperCollins fifteen years ago.

Several of his titles, for example *Gangsta Granny* and *Billionaire Boy*, have also been adapted into small-screen adaptations.

His bibliography includes in excess of 40 works in total, which features a festive story named *Santa & Son*, which was released through HarperCollins this past October.

Television and Literature

He first rose to fame on the television comedy show *Little Britain* and has additionally received National Television Awards for his work as a judge on *Britain's Got Talent*.

He received an OBE back in 2017 honoring his contributions to the charitable sector and arts community.

This move occurs subsequent to the naming of Kate Elton as HarperCollins UK's freshly installed boss last fall.