The staff here at Metal-Rules support metal in all it's forms, audio, visual and even literature. Often writers can give additional academic credibility to our genre which at times suffers from a negative reputation and we support their efforts and enjoy reading their books. In recognition of the dramatic increase in metal-related books we have developed this unique section dedicated to reviews and opinions about Heavy Metal literature and interviews with authors and publishers.

On this page you will find a quick summary of various titles and links to further in-depth reviews of these fine publications and more.

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Reviews

Author: Crain, Zac Title: Black Tooth Grin: The High Life, Good Times and Tragic End Of Dimebag Darrell Abbott Publisher: DeCapo Press Pages: 275 Year: 2010 Reviewed By: JP Preamble/Intro: The subtitle says it all.

Author: Daly, Mike Title: Time Flies When You Are In A Coma-The Wisdom Of The Metal Gods Publisher: Plume Pages: 140 Year: 2010 Reviewed By: JP Preamble/Intro: Looks great but the clever joke is poorly executed..

Author: Daniels, Neil Title: All Pens Blazing-A Heavy Metal Writers Handbook Publisher: Independent Pages: 350 Year: 2010 Reviewed By: JP Preamble/Intro: A collection of interviews with various Heavy Metal journalists

Author: Daniels, Neil Title: All Pens Blazing A Heavy Metal Writers Handbook Volume II Publisher: Independent Pages: 350 Year: 2011 Reviewed By: JP Preamble/Intro: A collection of interviews with various Heavy Metal journalists. An improved layout and design from Part 1

Author: Daniels, Neil Title: British Steel Publisher: Wymer Publishing Pages: 62 Year: 2011 Reviewed By: JP Preamble/Intro: The complete story of the British Steel album in a handy CD sized book.

Author: Daniels, Neil Title: Metallica-The Early Years And The Rise Of Metal Publisher: Independent Music Press Pages: 207 Year: 2012 Reviewed By: JP Preamble/Intro: A surprisingly average overview of the early years of Metallica

Author: Daniels, Neil Title: Iron Maiden: The Ultimate Unauthorized History Of The Beast Publisher: Voyageur Press Pages: 224 Year: 2012 Reviewed By: JP Preamble/Intro: The ultimate illustrated history of Iron Maiden. World class.

Author: Daniels, Neil Title: The Story Of Judas Priest: Defenders Of The Faith Publisher: Omnibus Press Pages: 320 Year: 2012 Reviewed By: JP Preamble/Intro: One of the first and best unauthorized biographies of Judas Priest. Extensive bonus material too!

Author: Daniels, Neil Title: AC/DC:The Early Years with Bon Scott Publisher: Independent Music Press Pages: 207 Year: 2013 Reviewed By: JP Preamble/Intro: One of many recent books about AC/DC, but with a focus on 1973-1980

Author: Danville, Eric Title: The Official Heavy Metal Book Of Lists Publisher: Backbeat Pages: 230 Year: 2010 Reviewed By: JP Preamble/Intro: Somewhat amusing book of lists roughly based on Metal and the metal lifestyle. Fun and easy to read but a bit thin on content.

Author: Dawes, Laina Title: What Are You Doing Here? Publisher: Bazillion Points Pages: 205 Year: 2013 Reviewed By: JP Preamble/Intro: A very interesting examination of a black woman\'s life and liberation in Heavy Metal.

Author: Decibel Magazine Staff (Various) Title: Precious Metal Publisher: DeCApo Press Pages: 360 Year: 2010 Reviewed By: JP Preamble/Intro: Collection of interviews with band members with questions centered on the creation of a classic album in their back catalogue. A republication of the magazines popular Hall Of Fame series

Author: Deisinger, Joerg & Begai, Carl Title: Fire And Fame Publisher: Independent Pages: 240 Year: 2011 Reviewed By: JP Preamble/Intro: The life and times of Joerg Deisinger, the bassist of Bonfire during the bands glory years.

Author: Dianno, Paul Title: The Beast Publisher: John Blake Pages: 350 Year: 2011 Reviewed By: JP Preamble/Intro: A laborious and unpleasant chronicling of the exploits and bad behaviour of Paul Di\'Anno, as told by the man himself. Very little to do with music but lots of dirt!

Author: Dome, Malcolm & Harrigan, Brian Title: Encyclopedia Metallica Publisher: Bobcat Books Pages: 94 Year: 2013 Reviewed By: JP Preamble/Intro: The first book written about Heavy Metal. An important historical document.

Author: Eddy, Chuck Title: Stairway To Hell: The 500 Best Heavy Metal Albums in the Universe Publisher: Harmony Books Pages: 232 Year: 2002 Reviewed By: JP Preamble/Intro: One of the first, if not the first ‘Metal List’ books however it is terribly flawed and out of date. A historical curiosity.

Author: Ekeroth, Daniel Title: Swedish Death Metal Publisher: Bzillion Points Pages: 440 Year: 2010 Reviewed By: JP Preamble/Intro: The ultimate guide to Swedish Death Metal. Meticulous, and well researched. Sets the standard for any regional/genre histories to come.

Author: Engleheart, Murray & Durieux, Arnaud Title: AC/DC Maximum Rock & Roll Publisher: Harper Pages: 488 Year: 2011 Reviewed By: JP Preamble/Intro: There are countless books about AC/DC but this one of the best biographies on the band.

Author: Evans, Mark Title: Dirty Deeds-My Life Inside/Outside of AC/DC Publisher: Bazillion Points Pages: 270 Year: 2012 Reviewed By: JP Preamble/Intro: Mark Evans life story focusing mostly on his years in AC/DC in the mid-70\'s.

Author: Fischer, Tom Title: Only Death Is Real-An Illustrated History of Hellhammer and Early Celtic Frost Publisher: Bazillion Points Pages: 280 Year: 2011 Reviewed By: JP Preamble/Intro: The ultimate story of Hellhammer, loaded with gorgeous visuals.