A Fish Name Fred (Paperback or Softback)

A Fish Named Fred — Readers’ Favorite Award‑Winning Finalist
A True Story of a Little Fish Who Was Left Behind… and the Love That Saved Him

A Fish Named Fred is a touching, true story about a small fish who was abandoned in an empty house when a family moved away — all because he was different. This unforgettable picture book, honored as a Readers’ Favorite Award‑Winning Finalist, gently introduces children to themes of abandonment, kindness, and second chances.
When Fred is discovered alone in the quiet, vacant home, his future seems uncertain. But what happens next becomes a powerful lesson in compassion. Through warm storytelling and expressive illustrations, children learn that every life — no matter how small or different — deserves care, love, and belonging.
A Heartfelt Story That Helps Children Understand:
• Why kindness matters
• How to care for others who may feel left out
• That being “different” is never a reason to be discarded
• The importance of empathy, responsibility, and hope
Perfect For:
• Social‑emotional learning (SEL)
• Classroom discussions about empathy and responsibility
• Families who want meaningful, true stories with gentle lessons
• Children ages 4–8 who connect with stories about animals and friendship

Tamara Neal is a veteran 911 operator, Certified Relationship coach, domestic violence advocate, owner and founder of a full-service residential adult assisted living center. Neal learned to trust her instincts while employed as an emergency communication technician for the Baltimore County 911 Center. For years, she listened to screams and terror as callers bore the brunt of toxic relationships. In the seeming eternity between calling 911 and the arrival of the police, Neal was the only help available for the person on the other end of the phone. During this time, she received a national diploma in emergency dispatch; her dispatch experience gave her the authority needed to write Venomous Relationships, which won a 2015 National Indie Award of Excellence. Neal is also the author of The World's Top Ten Worst Men for Women Guide and two children's books, Friendship, which is a 2015 National Indie Award of Excellence finalist and Kinship. Her articles have appeared in CNN, Mind Body Green, WebMD, Chispas Magazine and Edge Newspapers. Neal has been interviewed on the national Jesse Lee Peterson Show and Dr. Tranquility Talks and has appeared on the Fox affiliate morning show, Good Day DC Fox 5. WBFF TV 45.and It's On Talk Show. Neal married her high school prom date, currently lives in Maryland and enjoys spending time with her grandchildren..