Scholastic ends distribution of book by "Captain Underpants" author for racist imagery against Asians

Scholastic has halted the production of a children's book by "Captain Underpants" author Dav Pilkey, for the book's "passive racism." "The Adventures of Ook and Gluk," which was first published in 2010, will no longer be sold, Scholastic announced last week, adding that Pilkey was supportive of the decision. 

"Together, we recognize that this book perpetuates passive racism," Scholastic said in a statement. "We are deeply sorry for this serious mistake." Scholastic has removed the book from its websites, and has stopped fulfillment of any orders. Scholastic has also asked retail partners to return all inventory of the book.  "We will take steps to inform schools and libraries who may still have this title in circulation of our decision to withdraw it from publication," Scholastic said.