Pup Fiction: An epic journey with Gone Fishing from the bestselling author of A Pawtobiography

by Ted the Dog

Sunday Times Bestseller


Join Ted, the beloved canine star of BBC2's Gone Fishing and bestselling author, as he embarks on a life-changing adventure, and discovers what truly matters to him.

What's the real story behind Ted's suitcase? What's in it and why does getting it back mean so much to him?

Maybe the answer lies with the film supremo Quentin Tarantino, who said the value of the briefcase in his classic movie Pulp Fiction lay not in its contents, but in the briefcase itself.

Rather like fishing, it’s not always about the fish you catch, but the joy of the time you spend on the riverbank, as Ted well knows. Accompanying Paul and Bob on their angling expeditions is one of the greatest pleasures of his life, alongside pocket meat.

In Pup Fiction, Ted tells the story of how all these delights collide in one life-changing, breathtaking European adventure.

Genres: Fiction, Comedy

181 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 25, 2025

Reviews

[Stephen · Rating 4 out of 5]

funny in parts Ted going fishing and other dog stories

[Kate · Rating 5 out of 5]

"I felt I'd lost something that would never be replaced. But now I realise it doesn't need to be replaced. It needs to be cherished for what it is." (p.168)

This is the second book by Ted the dog, now an author not just a fishing companion. For anyone who has seen Gone Fishing with Mortimer and Whitehouse, he will be as familiar as they are (and if you are thinking of reading this book, please make sure that you read his first book, Pawtobiography). Ted had a tough start in life. He was abandoned as a pup. But he has definitely landed on his paws, not just by finding fame via Gone Fishing, but also by finding a loving home. Thing is, his briefcase was still missing and so this book takes us on his adventure trying to retrieve it.

What I love about Gone Fishing is the way in which Mortimer and Whitehouse highlight that friendship is more important than how many fish you may be able to catch. And Ted's newest book examines this notion too. There is, of course, humour along the way, but there is also an exploration of grief, ageing, and belonging. Just like the first book, there were moments which brought a tear to my eye, but there were also a lot of giggles. Each chapter has an illustration, which also helps to bring Ted's tale to life.

I loved this. Is it a bit silly? Yes. But that's okay. And it's a good thing that I enjoyed it, as I will have to go back to where I left off reading it out loud to my partner, so he doesn't realise that I finished it without him!

[Susan Potts · Rating 3 out of 5]

Whilst this book had it's comedic moments, it did feel a bit like this book was riding on the success of Ted's autobiographies, but fans of Gone Fishing will enjoy.

[Stephen Broadley · Rating 5 out of 5]

very funny Ted has written a good book.how he gets the time what with looking after Bob and Paul I never know
.

[Matt Barter · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not bad considering it was written by a dog!

[Keith Oliver · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love Bob Mortimer on TV but Ted is a better author ! 😉

[Stephen Devonport · Rating 4 out of 5]

what a great follow up to Ted's pawtobiography.
cheered me up every day I picked it up.
you may think Ted's just a pooch but in fact he's very clever and taught me the meaning of
rambunctious
parkour
ubiquitous
ablutions
flows
so thank you Ted for making me Happy and I look forward to the next episode

[Helen Baker · Rating 3 out of 5]

My husband brought me this book to cheer me up as I’ve been ill since Christmas. I don’t regularly watch Gone Fishing but I’ve seen a couple of episodes and despite my having no interest in fishing I have quite enjoyed it.
This book is the literary equivalent. Written by Ted the dog and self proclaimed star of the series it is gently amusing and easy to read. It follows Teds’ adventures with Bob and Paul as they film fishing in Britain and France. It is interspersed with Ted’s musings on life and dog facts and figures.
There is no real point to it but it’s enjoyable enough.

[Bill Boswell · Rating 5 out of 5]

i actually enjoyed this book more than the first one, this is a guide book to how dogs want to be treated by their owners, also deals with depression as Ted's older dog sister passes and he settles in with a new younger one.

Full of laughs, normally at Paul and Bob's expense,this has a sub plot of a trip to france to find that elusive briefcase and also this time Vinnie has a chihuahua sidekick called Charlie

Loved it and read in a couple of hours

[Karen Seekins · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book as much as the first one and would highly recommend. There are moments of humour that had me chuckling out loud and moments of tenderness where Ted explores his grief at losing Dolly that had me shedding tears. It is so cleverly written, with beautiful illustrations to bring the story to life. A must-read for every dog lover out there.

[GP · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was still a great quick read. If you liked the first book written by Ted you'll like this too. I enjoyed the continued journed to find the breifcase and the door was left open for a third book. I do think this was slightly less engaging than the first, but you can't complain. This book isnt made to be a mind-bending read, and it serves its intended purpose.

[Alexandra Huntley · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good read with some funny parts to it. You need to read Teds first book as this is sort of a follow on from it. This book mentions more of the places he has been to and what he encountered and whilst on the search for his briefcase.

[Evelyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

The brilliant Ted is back with his second book and it’s full of revelations and showbiz secrets (apparently!).

“Just remember, if it sounds ridiculous, it usually is.” (Page 111)

Beautifully illustrated this amusing (and sometimes informative!) tale will definitely make you smile. I loved it!

[Jill Andrews · Rating 2 out of 5]

love gone fishing but this is a missed opportunity at a brilliant spin off. I was hoping for a long shoe/ avocado/ satsuma romp mystery with Ted. Instead this was pretty dull, uninspired drivel. not for me

[edie!! · Rating 4 out of 5]

this was a very fun and humorous book, definitely a lot harder to read now that ted’s no longer with us but it was a great balance of really funny as well as really informative about looking after dogs!

[Gail · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another excellent book from Ted sharing his knowledge and life’s lessons through wit, wisdom and straight talking!! In this book he travels across the UK including North Norfolk and onto France!!

Let’s hope he started book 3 before his departure over the rainbow bridge.

RIP Ted

[Flo Shepherd · Rating 5 out of 5]

So joyful.. made me smile! A quick, funny, easy read, would recommend for pretty much any age 🫶🏻

[Lana · Rating 5 out of 5]

A fun, lighthearted, easy to read book. Ted is my favourite on the show, so loved reading his book!

[Kay Townsend · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this book.

[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant

[Matt Crowley · Rating 4 out of 5]

Funny, well written and of course, completely believable!!

[Hannah Watson · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a charming little book - sums up Ted’s character through the voice of the mysterious author (who sounds a feels a lot like a certain Bob Mortimer….)

[Sam Taylor · Rating 4 out of 5]

lovely story of Ted life

[Tom · Rating 4 out of 5]

A fun little Christmas read, especially if you're a dog person. Some lovely illustrations too.

[Jess Woods · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of those books that provides a warm hug when you're having a tough day

[Gemma Brown · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really enjoyed this second book, lovely to read with smiles and tears along the way. We love the show and this book and the first one just brings Ted to life :)

[Victoria Norris-MacLean · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliantly funny

[Andrew Rock · Rating 3 out of 5]

Another enjoyable romp with Ted. Not as good as the first, but a nice read

[Alan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it

[Judith Abel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lovely entertaining light read. Love Ted ❤️