Virtual Book Tour The Three Stones of Ebon

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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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MY REVIEW

Jack is a typical tween who enjoys hanging out with his friends, 

spending time with his cat Lucky, and making jokes about the odd old lady who lives down the street. But when his dad does some work at her house, she sends home a gift for Jack - a decorated urn with characters on it that look just like Jack and Lucky. And when there are odd noises and strange lights from the urn in the middle of the night, suddenly they are in another world.

The new world is full of wonders - flying horses, cyclops, pirates, talking wolves, centaurs, Aquaticans (merpeople), sea serpents, and magic users good and bad. Can Jack and his new allies find the missing magic stones of Ebon in time to defeat the evil sorcerer Pale and save the world of Sturgus? They must travel to the ends of the world, across mountains and seas, pursued by an assassin and always in danger from the hordes commanded by Pale. Is the ancient prophecy really correct and will Jack ever make it back to his own home again? The sights he sees, the dangers he faces, and the friends he makes will keep readers turning the pages to find out.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

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/.

TOUR SCHEDULE

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

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 Q&As with Deborah Kalb Interview with David and Keiko Mello

This post is sponsored by David and Keiko Mello. The review and opinions expressed in this post are based on my personal view.