Anton Szandor LaVey wrote The Satanic Bible. He published it in 1969 as part of his work with the Church of Satan.

• Overview: The Satanic Bible is commonly described as a compilation of essays, rituals, and statements that articulate LaVey’s interpretation of Satanism, framed as a secular, atheistic philosophy rather than a theistic worship of a literal devil.

• Authorship and background: LaVey is widely recognized as the author and primary figure behind the work, though later discussions note possible contributions and editorial collages from others associated with the Church of Satan.

• Publication details: The book is often cited as a foundational text for LaVeyan Satanism and was originally published in 1969.

If you’d like, I can pull up more detailed summaries of its structure (the four books that comprise it) or provide historical context about its reception and influence.