🔗 Share this article The children's author David Walliams dropped by publishing house. Acclaimed writer for children and comedian David Walliams has parted ways with his longtime publishing house, the company has said. A spokesman for the company said: "Following a thorough review, and under the leadership of its new CEO, HarperCollins UK has decided not to publish future works by David Walliams." It has been reported that the conclusion was made after an investigation into reports of conduct deemed unsuitable towards female individuals. The company has not elaborated on the reasons for its decision, stating: "We do not comment on confidential company decisions." A Highly Successful Writing Journey Walliams stands as a most successful children's authors, with sales exceeding over six tens of millions of copies internationally in 55 languages. His inaugural foray into kids' literature, *The Boy in the Dress*, was released through HarperCollins back in 2008. Some of his works, such as *Gangsta Granny* and *Billionaire Boy*, have subsequently been turned into television films. His bibliography includes in excess of 40 works altogether, encompassing a Christmas book named *Santa & Son*, which was published by HarperCollins this past October. A Dual Career His career breakthrough occurred on the TV sketch series *Little Britain* and has been honored with National Television Awards for his role as a panelist on *Britain's Got Talent*. He was made an OBE in 2017 honoring his contributions to the charitable sector and arts community. The publisher's decision comes after the selection of Kate Elton as HarperCollins UK's freshly installed boss this past October.