Listen to Don't Blow Yourself Up: The Further True Adventures and Travails of the Rocket Boy of October Sky by Homer Hickam
Enjoy this audiobook with MP3 Audiobook Player - the ultimate iOS audiobook experience
From Homer Hickam, the author of the #1 bestselling Rocket Boys adapted into the beloved film October Sky, comes this astonishing memoir of high adventure, war, love, NASA, and his struggle for literary success.Homer Hickam’s memoir Rocket Boys and the movie adaptation October Sky have become one of the most popular stories in the world, inspiring millions to pursue a better life. But what happened to Homer after he was a West Virginia rocket boy? In his latest memoir, Homer recounts his life in college where he built the world's biggest, baddest game cannon, fought through some of the worst battles in Vietnam, became a scuba instructor, discovered sunken U-boats, wrote the definitive account of a World War II naval battle, befriended Tom Clancy, made a desperate attempt to save the passengers of a sunken river boat, trained the first Japanese astronauts, taught David Letterman to scuba dive, helped to fix the Hubble Space Telescope, wrote his number one bestselling Rocket Boys, and was on set during the making of October Sky. Although told with humor and wit, Hickam does not shy away from the pain and hardship endured and the mistakes he made during the tumultuous decades since his life in the town he made famous—Coalwood, West Virginia.
The app's features, like the sleep timer, make it clear that it's designed with readers in mind. ListenBook has made my daily activities more interesting and meaningful – I'm hooked! This app's versatility and convenience have transformed my screen time into a productive reading journey. Simplifying my audiobook experience – this app's design is remarkable. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a creative feature. It allows for a unique and personalized experience.
Audiobooks have made my morning routine something to look forward to. ListenBook has turned my everyday moments into extraordinary journeys of imagination. Binaural audio processing is a game-changer – my ears stay comfortable during long listening sessions. The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices.
I've become addicted to this app – in the best possible way! ListenBook's features are a bookworm's dream come true – from chapters to bookmarks, it's got everything.
⭐️ Who knew cleaning could be this exciting? This app turns chores into adventures! 🧹🏰 The bookmark feature is fantastic. I can easily pick up where I left off.
I can't get enough of this app's convenience and the endless possibilities it offers. 📱 An app that truly understands audiobook enthusiasts – it's all about functionality, and this app nails it! 📚💡 Seamless audiobook integration – this app's functionality is a technological marvel. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to spread the joy of captivating stories with friends.
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch is a game-changer for my on-the-go listening. A functional audiobook. It kept me entertained, but I wasn’t blown away. The narrator’s performance was competent, though some emotional scenes fell a bit flat.
Plays MP3, MP4, OPUS, OGG, FLAC, AWB, M4B, M4A, WMA, AAC formats
Optimized for iPhone, iPad, and iPod with seamless integration
Adjust playback speed from 0.5x to 3.0x for your listening preference
Import audiobooks via iTunes, cloud services, or direct downloads
Get your favorite audiobooks in supported formats from various sources
Import audiobooks to MP3 Audiobook Player using multiple methods
Control playback from your device, headphones, Apple Watch, or CarPlay
Join thousands of users who enjoy audiobooks with MP3 Audiobook Player daily
Download Now