Pup Fiction: An epic journey with Gone Fishing

by Ted the Dog

Brought to you by Penguin.

Ted’s missing briefcase has become a cause célèbre.

Ever since the day he left it behind in the woods, and someone else took it, it’s remained his primary mission to get it back. And now, that undertaking has lead him to foreign climes and a daring rescue mission.

Many people have asked Ted what’s in the briefcase, and why getting it back means so much to him. Maybe the answer lies with the film supremo Quentin Tarantino, who said the value of the briefcase in his classic 1994 movie Pulp Fiction lay not in its contents, but actually in the briefcase itself. It’s like fishing. It’s not always about the fish you catch, but just as much about the joy of the riverbank, as Ted well knows. Accompanying Paul and Bob on their angling expeditions is one of the greatest pleasures in his life - alongside food and, most recently, his passion for parkour.

In Pup Fiction, he tells the story of how all these delights collided in one life-changing European adventure. Did he find his briefcase? Let him tell you in his own words, but we can reveal here that this wise old dog learnt some valuable lessons along the way.

Ted the Dog 2025 (P) Penguin Audio 2025

Genres: Fiction

192 pages, Hardcover

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!

[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
.

[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.

[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.

[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

[Matt Barter · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not bad considering it was written by a dog!

[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 ❤️

[Sophie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Wouldn’t always be my read of choice but a lovely light hearted book.

[Simon Ackroyd · Rating 3 out of 5]

I really wanted to be more positive about this book, but it didn't make me laugh like 'Pawtobiography' did. Sure, this is a gimmicky take on Ted and his assumed adventures, based largely on the character created for him by Whitehouse and Mortimer in 'Gone Fishing'. We all know what to expect from this book, and I knew what I was in for. Sadly, it fell short, although the illustrations remain endearing and the other doggy characters are suitably silly.

[Becca Cox · Rating 5 out of 5]

A fun light hearted book - Really enjoyed!

[Sue Wynn · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a great follow up book to the first one, every bit as entertaining loved reading what Ted gets up to. Best book I have read for a while.