Guppy and the Silvery Hook
A story of curiosity, choices, and courage — from the heart of Pastor Randy Phillips.
About the book
Guppy and the Silvery Hook is a beautifully illustrated children's book for ages four to ten, written by Pastor Randy from a story he has told his own daughters and grandchildren for years.
It follows a curious little fish named Guppy who learns that the rules he's been given aren't there to steal his fun. They're there to keep him safe.
Every copy includes a built-in family guide — Let's Learn, Let's Talk, Let's Pray — so story time can become a conversation.
- FormatHardcover, 32 pages
- Illustrated byAmanda Jass
- PublishedOctober 21, 2025
- ISBN979-8218561819
- Ages4–10
Who it's for
- Parents who want a values-rich bedtime story
- Grandparents looking for a gift that starts a conversation
- Families walking kids through curiosity, temptation, and trust
- Church and school libraries
A word from Pastor Randy
"As a pastor and a father, I have always believed in the power of a good story to teach the lessons that matter most. Guppy came from wanting my own children and grandchildren to make good choices in the face of culture.
If we've lived long enough, most of us have had an experience or two with a silvery hook. I wanted a parable children could remember when that moment comes."
Pastor Randy Phillips
What's inside
Every copy comes with a built-in family devotional.
Let's Learn
The story itself — a curious little fish, a silvery hook, and the lesson that rules are there to keep us safe, not steal our fun.
Let's Talk
Simple questions that turn story time into a real conversation with your kids or grandkids.
Let's Pray
A short prayer to close out the moment and point little hearts toward God.