🔗 Share this article Comedian and author David Walliams parted ways with book publisher. Prolific children's author and comedian David Walliams has parted ways with his publisher HarperCollins UK, as confirmed by the firm. A spokesman for the publisher stated: "After careful consideration, and under the leadership of its fresh leadership, HarperCollins UK has decided not to publish any new titles by David Walliams." It has been reported that the conclusion was taken subsequent to an inquiry regarding claims about questionable actions involving young women. The publisher did not confirm the specific rationale behind the move, stating: "We do not comment on internal matters." A Highly Successful Writing Journey Walliams stands as a most best-selling authors for kids, boasting over in excess of 60 million copies worldwide in five dozen languages. His first children's book, *The Boy in the Dress*, came out under HarperCollins back in 2008. Several of his books, including *Gangsta Granny* and *Billionaire Boy*, have subsequently been turned into television films. He has published more than 40 books altogether, including a holiday title called *Santa & Son*, which was released through HarperCollins last autumn. From Screen to Page His initial claim to fame came on the broadcast sketch program *Little Britain* and has additionally received National Television Awards for his duties as an arbiter on *Britain's Got Talent*. He was awarded an OBE several years ago honoring his contributions to the charitable sector and arts community. This move occurs subsequent to the selection of Kate Elton as HarperCollins UK's new chief executive in October.