🔗 Share this article David Walliams parted ways with book publisher. Acclaimed writer for children and TV personality David Walliams has parted ways with his publisher HarperCollins UK, according to an announcement. A spokesman for the firm stated: "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 move was taken subsequent to an review of reports of inappropriate behaviour towards women. The company declined to specify the motivations for this action, adding: "We refrain from speaking about confidential company decisions." A Highly Successful Publishing History Walliams ranks among Britain's most best-selling authors for kids, boasting over in excess of 60 million copies internationally in 55 languages. The debut children's novel from Walliams, *The Boy in the Dress*, was released through HarperCollins in 2008. Some of his titles, for example *Gangsta Granny* and *Billionaire Boy*, have found new life as TV movies. To date, he has released more than 40 books combined, which features a holiday title called *Santa & Son*, which was published by HarperCollins this past October. From Screen to Page His initial claim to fame came 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 several years ago for his services to philanthropic and artistic endeavors. This development follows the naming of Kate Elton as HarperCollins UK's recent CEO in October.