Classics:
* Jules Verne: "From the Earth to the Moon" (1865) and "Around the Moon" (1870) are foundational works of science fiction. Though the science is not entirely accurate, they were groundbreaking for their time and inspired generations of writers.
* H.G. Wells: "The First Men in the Moon" (1901) offers a more fantastical journey to the moon with the use of a special "Cavorite" material.
* Robert Heinlein: "Rocket Ship Galileo" (1947) is a classic young adult novel about a group of teenagers building and piloting a rocket to the moon.
More Modern Works:
* Arthur C. Clarke: "2001: A Space Odyssey" (1968) features a journey to the moon as a starting point for a much grander, philosophical journey.
* Kim Stanley Robinson: "2312" (2012) features a vast and detailed future with lunar colonies and a complex social and political landscape.
* Alastair Reynolds: "House of Suns" (2008) includes a fascinating journey to the moon and a unique perspective on its role in humanity's future.
* Ben Bova: Several of his novels, such as "The Moon is a Harsh Mistress" (1966) and "The Starry Rift" (1980), feature extensive exploration of lunar environments and the challenges of lunar settlements.
Contemporary Authors:
* Andy Weir: "Artemis" (2017) is set on a moon base and focuses on a heist, providing a unique perspective on lunar life.
* Neal Stephenson: "Seveneves" (2015) involves a near-future scenario where humanity needs to escape Earth and features extensive space exploration, including journeys to the moon.
* Mary Robinette Kowal: "The Calculating Stars" (2018) is an alternate history novel where the threat of an asteroid hitting Earth pushes humanity to develop rockets and travel to the moon.
Important Note: These are just a few suggestions, and there are many other fantastic authors out there writing about lunar journeys. The best way to find books you'll enjoy is to explore different authors and styles, and see what catches your interest.
Happy reading!