The Three Stones of Ebon Awareness Tour is presented in partnership* with David and Keiko Mello and The Children’s Book Review.
Join us on a heroic adventure as we kick off the fantastical virtual book tour for The Three Stones of Ebon.
Eleven-year-old Jack and his cat, Lucky, are transported to the magical land of Sturgus after receiving a mysterious gift from a strange old woman. With the help of Abigail, a magic student, they must find three stones to awaken Ebon, the king of flying horses, and stop the evil wizard Pale from corrupting the land. Along the way, they face a cursed assassin and other dangers. Will they be able to save the day?
The Three Stones of Ebon feels like a classic fantasy adventure at its best, with enchanted objects, strange creatures, and a heart-stopping battle between good and evil.
—The Children’s Book Review
Enter the giveaway below for your chance to win a signed hardcover copy of The Three Stones of Ebon. The grand prize winner will also take home an adorable Ebon-themed plush toy animal!
The Three Stones of Ebon
Virtual Tour Dates
| Wednesday, January 29, 2025 The Children’s Book Review Book Review of The Three Stones of Ebon |
| Thursday, January 30, 2025 Crafty Moms Share Book Review of The Three Stones of Ebon |
| Friday, January 31, 2025 The Starlit Path Interview with David and Keiko Mello |
| Monday, February 3, 2025 Get Outside and Read Instagram Post about The Three Stones of Ebon |
| Tuesday, February 4, 2025 Deliciously Savvy Book Review of The Three Stones of Ebon |
| Wednesday, February 5, 2025 Country Mamas With Kids Book Review of The Three Stones of Ebon |
| Thursday, February 6, 2025 Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers Book Review of The Three Stones of Ebon |
| Friday, February 7, 2025 Froggy Read Teach Instagram Post about The Three Stones of Ebon |
| Monday, February 10, 2025 The Fairview Review Book Review of The Three Stones of Ebon |
| Tuesday, February 11, 2025 icefairy’s Treasure Chest Book Review of The Three Stones of Ebon |
| Monday, February 24, 2025 Q&As with Deborah Kalb Interview with David and Keiko Mello |
The Three Stones of Ebon
Book Giveaway
The Three Stones of Ebon: Book Giveaway
About the Book
The Three Stones of Ebon
Written by David and Keiko Mello
Illustrated by Keiko Mello
Ages 8-12 | 264 Pages
Publisher: Strive Publishing (2023) | ISBN-13: 9781948529228
Publisher’s Book Summary: Eleven-year-old Jack knew the old lady down the street was kinda weird. But things get even stranger when she sends him a gift that transports Jack and his cat, Lucky, into the wondrous world of Sturgus, a land of prophecies, pirates, magical creatures, and talking cats. Aided by Abigail, a student of magic, Jack and Lucky must evade a cursed assassin and find the three stones that will wake Ebon, king of the flying horses and rightful protector of Sturgus, before the evil wizard Pale corrupts the land forever.
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About the Creators
David Mello grew up on army bases throughout the USA and Germany. His love of comic books, stand-up comedy, and rooting for the underdogs shaped his writings, from short stories to mini ‘zines and various adventures in revolution. When he isn’t writing, David usually has a camera in hand.
Keiko Mello, born Keiko Welch, hails from an interracial family in Minneapolis’s Northside. As Keiko grew up, she used drawing, dancing, and playing drums in rock bands to ground herself. She and David met in 1997 in Seattle and the two have been inseparable ever since.
Today, David and Keiko are slow-travel digital nomads. Their latest project as STAY MELLO CREATIVE is crafting the second book in a planned trilogy; the working title is The Adversary of Ebon.
For more information, visit https://www.staymellocreative.com/.
Thanks for following along with us on David and Keiko Mello’s The Three Stones of Ebon awareness tour!
83 Comments
This sounds like the perfect mystery.
Did you do the Young Writers Conference as a kid?
Hi Jaime, this is Keiko, thanks for posting! Yes, I went to the young writers conference in Minneapolis. If I recall correctly, I was a HS freshman among mostly juniors and seniors from my school who were invited to attend. remember it being pretty cool!
My grandsons would love this! Thank you for the opportunity!
Hi Renee, I hope your grandsons were able to get a copy. We’d love to know how they liked it. Feedback is great from middle-grade fantasy fans of ALL ages! Feel free to reach out to us on Facebook or Instagram.
Interesting concept for this book.
Sounds like a terrific story with great characters!
Have you ever gotten a rejection letter?
Hi again, Jamie! Nope, no rejection letters. Just crickets.
A good entertaining book.
How do you take a break from writing?
An exciting action book.
Who is your favourite Disney character?
Thomas O’Malley from the Aristocats.
We would really enjoy this fascinating book.
Tell me how you’ve been a good friend to another writer.
Thank you for the chance to read this awesome story!
Do you ever feel like your writing could be reaching more?