Author Homer Hickam visits Gwinnett County Public Library - Oct 18 at 3PM

Homer Hickam (also known as Homer H. Hickam, Jr.) is the bestselling and award-winning author of many books, including the #1 New York Times memoir Rocket Boys, which was adapted into the popular film October Sky. A writer since grade school, he has also been a coal miner, Vietnam combat veteran, scuba instructor, paleontologist, and engineer. He splits his time between Alabama and the Virgin Islands. He will discuss his newest book, Carrying Albert Home.

Gwinnett County Public Library invites you to meet Mr. Hickam on October 18 at 3:00pm at the Norcross Cultural Arts and Community Center, 10 College Street, Norcross 30071. This is a free event and books will be available for purchase and signing.

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