* "Sally Ride: America's First Woman in Space" by Lynn Sherr: This comprehensive biography tells Ride's story from her childhood to her time as an astronaut to her later work as an advocate for science education.
* "Sally Ride: The First American Woman in Space" by Sue Bradford Edwards: This children's book is a great introduction to Ride's life and accomplishments for younger readers.
* "The Right Stuff" by Tom Wolfe: This classic book about the Mercury 7 astronauts features a chapter on Ride's experiences as an astronaut.
* "Women in Space: 23 Stories of First Flights, Scientific Missions, and Gravity-Breaking Adventures" by Karen Bush Gibson: This book includes a chapter on Ride's experiences as an astronaut, as well as profiles of other women who have made significant contributions to space exploration.