In a shocking turn of events, acclaimed New York Times best-selling author Brendan DuBois has been arrested in Exeter, New Hampshire, on charges related to child pornography. The author, known for his collaborations with James Patterson, turned himself in to the police on Wednesday.

DuBois has been charged with six felony Class A complaints of possession of child pornography. Following his arrest, he was held for preventative detention, while authorities have not released any further details regarding the specific accusations against him.

Upon learning of DuBois' arrest, Severn River Publishing took swift action and swiftly removed his biography page and all references to his latest book, "Terminal Surf," from their website. In a statement, the publishing company expressed deep concern over the serious allegations and announced the immediate suspension of promotion and sales of DuBois' books. Their decision was motivated by a commitment to upholding their values and maintaining the trust of their readers, authors, and the publishing community.

According to DuBois' website, the author has written an impressive 29 novels and has garnered significant recognition in the industry. Notably, his collaboration with James Patterson resulted in six jointly written novels, including "The Summer House." Over the years, DuBois has been honored with the prestigious Shamus Award from the Private Eye Writers of America three times, along with two Barry Awards, two Derringer Awards, the Ellery Queen Readers Award, and three Edgar Allan Poe Award nominations from the Mystery Writers of America.

The arrest of Brendan DuBois has sent shockwaves through the literary world, leaving many shocked and saddened by the allegations against such a renowned author. As the legal process unfolds, the fate of DuBois' career and reputation remains uncertain, casting a dark shadow over the once-celebrated writer.