Black Sabbath have announced the forthcoming publication of their first ever official book.
The Masters of Reality - Why Black Sabbath Matter documents the band's remarkable story, from their formation in Birmingham in the late 1960s to their epic final show, Back To The Beginning, staged in their hometown in July 2025. Overseen by photographer Ross Halfin, a long-time friend of the band, it will feature a huge wealth of rare photographs and memorabilia, and includes essays from Classic Rock writers Geoff Barton and Dave Ling, who interviewed all four original band members.
The book will be published in October, via Rufus Publications, and can be pre-ordered now.
"Ozzy and Sharon wanted the book out soon after the final show in Birmingham," Ross Halfin reveals, "but Ozzy suddenly passing away caused the music world to stop. Ozzy was fully involved with the book and he signed the book plates months before the final show, as did all the band members. So now, we all thought the time was right, one year after Back to the Beginning, to announce the project. A book we all feel celebrates both Black Sabbath and Ozzy and illustrates just how important they are. I hope fans enjoy it."
The book will be available in three editions:
The Super Deluxe Signed Metal Edition (200 numbered copies only)
