Bestselling True Crime Author Dropped by Publisher Amid Abuse Allegations

The publishing world is reeling after a bestselling true crime author was dropped by his main publisher following allegations of abuse. Christopher Berry-Dee, a 78-year-old author known for his books on serial killers, has been accused of domestic violence and sexual assault.

Berry-Dee's publisher, Bonnier Books UK, has announced that it will no longer work with the author on any future projects and is terminating all existing agreements. The company has also stated that it will remove its existing stocks of Berry-Dee's books from the market.

The decision comes after a Guardian investigation published on Saturday detailed multiple allegations of abuse against Berry-Dee. The investigation included claims of domestic violence and sexual assault of a 13-year-old student attending his art school. Berry-Dee has denied the allegations, stating that he has not committed any of the crimes he is accused of.

Berry-Dee has admitted to lying to his subjects in order to gain access for his books. In his 2023 book Talking With Psychopaths and Savages, he wrote that he told them he intended to write a book about the miscarriage of justice they were suffering.

Waterstones, a major bookseller, has also removed Berry-Dee's books from sale following advice from Bonnier Books UK. However, another publisher, Orion, which is an imprint of Hachette, has not yet responded to questions about whether it will continue to publish Berry-Dee's work.

## Investigation and Response

Bonnier Books UK has released a statement expressing its shock and appall at the allegations against Berry-Dee. The company stated that its thoughts are with those affected by the allegations and that it will be working to remove its existing stocks of Berry-Dee's books from the market.

Berry-Dee has refused to be interviewed for the Guardian investigation, citing health issues. However, he has denied the allegations of abuse, stating that he has not committed any of the crimes he is accused of.

## Career and Impact

Berry-Dee is a top-selling author of true crime in the UK, with his books selling nearly 1m copies. His books, including Talking With Serial Killers, draw on interviews with murderers and have been widely read.

Berry-Dee's career has been marked by controversy, with some critics accusing him of sensationalism and exploiting his subjects for the sake of his books. However, he has also been praised for his ability to gain access to high-profile cases and provide unique insights into the minds of serial killers.

## Table of Berry-Dee's Books

| Title | Year | | --- | --- | | Talking With Serial Killers | - | | Talking With Psychopaths and Savages | 2023 | | Inside the Darkest Minds | 2026 |

Note: The table only includes the titles and years mentioned in the source article.