🔗 Share this article David Walliams parted ways with publishing house. Best-selling writer for children and comedian David Walliams has been dropped by his longtime publishing house, the company has said. A spokesman for the publisher stated: "Following a thorough review, and following the appointment of its new CEO, HarperCollins UK will not be releasing additional books by David Walliams." Reports indicate that the conclusion was made after an review of allegations of questionable actions involving female individuals. The firm did not confirm the motivations for this action, adding: "It is not our policy to discuss internal matters." An Illustrious Writing Journey Walliams stands as a most best-selling authors for kids, boasting over in excess of 60 million copies globally in dozens of tongues. The debut children's novel from Walliams, *The Boy in the Dress*, came out under HarperCollins fifteen years ago. A number of his works, including *Gangsta Granny* and *Billionaire Boy*, have subsequently been turned into TV movies. His bibliography includes in excess of 40 works in total, encompassing a Christmas book named *Santa & Son*, which was published by HarperCollins last autumn. A Dual Career He first rose to fame on the broadcast sketch program *Little Britain* and has additionally received National Television Awards for his work as a judge on *Britain's Got Talent*. He was awarded an OBE back in 2017 for his services to charity and the arts. The publisher's decision comes after the appointment of Kate Elton as HarperCollins UK's new chief executive in October.