Homer Hickam Books in Order
Homer Hickam is a renowned author celebrated for his diverse and engaging writing style, spanning multiple genres. His notable works include the "Coalwood Series," a collection of best-sellers, particularly the #1 New York Times memoir Rocket Boys. Hickam's repertoire also encompasses the "Josh Thurlow" series, set during World War II, the juvenile sci-fi "Crater" series, the adult thriller The Dinosaur Hunter, and the romantic novel Red Helmet. His historical non-fiction, Torpedo Junction, a military history of U-boat battles along the American coasts, has been optioned for a major motion picture. Hickam's accolades include the University of Alabama's Clarence Cason Award, the Appalachian Heritage Writer's Award, and an honorary Doctorate of Literature from Marshall University.
Bibliography verified: January 2026
Book Series by Homer Hickam
- #1AmazonTorpedo Junction(1989)
- #2AmazonRocket Boys(1998)
- #3AmazonThe Coalwood Way(2000)
- #4AmazonSky of Stone(2001)
- #5AmazonWe Are Not Afraid(2002)
- #6AmazonMy Dream of Stars (With: Anousheh Ansari)(2010)
- #7AmazonPaco(2012)
- #8AmazonFrom Rocket Boys to October Sky(2013)
- #9AmazonDon't Blow Yourself Up: The Further True Adventures and Travails of the Rocket Boy of October Sky(2021)
- #10AmazonLegends of the Mountain State 3(2009)
About Homer Hickam
Homer Hickam is a renowned author celebrated for his diverse and engaging writing style, spanning multiple genres. His notable works include the "Coalwood Series," a collection of best-sellers, particularly the #1 New York Times memoir Rocket Boys. Hickam's repertoire also encompasses the "Josh Thurlow" series, set during World War II, the juvenile sci-fi "Crater" series, the adult thriller The Dinosaur Hunter, and the romantic novel Red Helmet. His historical non-fiction, Torpedo Junction, a military history of U-boat battles along the American coasts, has been optioned for a major motion picture. Hickam's accolades include the University of Alabama's Clarence Cason Award, the Appalachian Heritage Writer's Award, and an honorary Doctorate of Literature from Marshall University.
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