David Walliams lost his contract with longtime publisher.
Acclaimed young adult author and comedian David Walliams is no longer with his longtime publishing house, according to an announcement.
A representative for the firm said: "Following a thorough review, and under the leadership of its fresh leadership, HarperCollins UK has chosen to cease publishing additional books by David Walliams."
It has been reported that the conclusion was reached following an review of claims about inappropriate behaviour towards young women.
The publisher declined to specify the reasons for its decision, stating: "We refrain from speaking about confidential company decisions."
A Highly Successful Literary Career
Walliams stands as a most successful children's authors, boasting over more than 60 million copies globally in 55 languages.
The debut children's novel from Walliams, *The Boy in the Dress*, was published by HarperCollins fifteen years ago.
A number of his works, including *Gangsta Granny* and *Billionaire Boy*, have subsequently been turned into small-screen adaptations.
His bibliography includes in excess of 40 works in total, encompassing a festive story named *Santa & Son*, which was released through HarperCollins last autumn.
Television and Literature
He first rose to fame on the TV sketch series *Little Britain* and has additionally received National Television Awards for his work as a judge on *Britain's Got Talent*.
He was made an OBE in 2017 honoring his contributions to philanthropic and artistic endeavors.
This move occurs subsequent to the selection of Kate Elton as HarperCollins UK's freshly installed boss this past October.
