🔗 Share this article Comedian and author David Walliams lost his contract with publishing house. Acclaimed children's author and comedian David Walliams has been dropped by his UK book publisher, according to an announcement. An official for the firm commented: "Following a thorough review, and following the appointment of its recently appointed chief executive, HarperCollins UK has decided not to publish additional books by David Walliams." Media sources suggest that the conclusion was made after an inquiry regarding claims about inappropriate behaviour directed at female individuals. The publisher declined to specify the specific rationale behind the move, stating: "It is not our policy to discuss internal matters." A Highly Successful Writing Journey Walliams ranks among Britain's most successful children's authors, with sales exceeding in excess of 60 million copies internationally in dozens of tongues. His inaugural foray into kids' literature, *The Boy in the Dress*, was published by HarperCollins in 2008. Several of his titles, including *Gangsta Granny* and *Billionaire Boy*, have also been adapted into small-screen adaptations. His bibliography includes in excess of 40 works combined, including a Christmas book named *Santa & Son*, which was released through HarperCollins this past October. A Dual Career He first rose to fame on the TV sketch series *Little Britain* and has additionally received National Television Awards for his duties as an arbiter on *Britain's Got Talent*. He received an OBE several years ago in recognition of his work for philanthropic and artistic endeavors. The publisher's decision comes after the selection of Kate Elton as HarperCollins UK's recent CEO this past October.