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Best-Selling Author, writer and motivational speaker*

*But mostly known for living in a shoebox.

Portrait of Felice Cohen, author of memoirs and guides on resilience, LGBTQ stories, and minimalist living

Yes, the Shoebox Life! Known globally for living in one of the world’s tiniest apartments, I’m also a memoirist and speaker. From how downsizing expanded my life, to writing a book with my Holocaust-survivor grandfather, to uncovering the power of secrets—I share stories that inspire. Curious? Dive deeper here.

Portrait of Felice Cohen, author of memoirs and guides on resilience, LGBTQ stories, and minimalist living
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Portrait of Felice Cohen, author of memoirs and guides on resilience, LGBTQ stories, and minimalist living
Felice Cohen’s Half In, a compelling LGBTQ memoir on navigating identity, hidden love, and the journey to self-discovery
Cover of In the Shadows of Memory, a book by Felice Cohen about family, trauma, and the lasting impact of the Holocaust.
Felice Cohen’s Half In, a compelling LGBTQ memoir on navigating identity, hidden love, and the journey to self-discovery
Felice Cohen’s What Papa Told Me, a tribute to her grandfather’s experiences and survival in the Holocaust
I Bared My Breasts by Felice Cohen, exploring themes of personal growth, empowerment, and embracing vulnerability
Felice Cohen, writer and speaker, known for her inspiring memoirs and minimalist lifestyle tips.
Felice Cohen’s Half In, a compelling LGBTQ memoir on navigating identity, hidden love, and the journey to self discovery
Felice Cohen’s A Father’s Advice, a collection of inspiring advice and reflections from a father to his children
Felice Cohen’s A Father’s Advice, a collection of inspiring advice and reflections from a father to his children
Portrait of Felice Cohen, author of memoirs and guides on resilience, LGBTQ stories, and minimalist living

October 15, 2025
5-7pm
BQSQD
208 W 13th Street, NYC

IN CONVERSATION with author Ann Aptaker celebrating the launch of her latest novel
GOLD FOR THE DEAD

October 17, 2025
10am
Womencrafts
376 Commercial Street
Provincetown, MA

MEMOIR PANEL: Truth to the Page: The Art (And Risk) of Writing a Courageous Memoir
Kate Rounds, Felice Cohen, Lori Horvitz, Karen Solt

April 26-May 3, 2026
Olivia Cruise
Leaves from Seattle, WA

LITERARY ADVENTURES AT SEA III
Olivia Travel and Sapphire Books
Cruise in Alaska
Join me and five other authors:
Georgia Beers, Virginia Black,  Isabella, Karelia and Fay Stetz-Waters! Here's a coupon code for $100 off: ALASKALITERARY2026

My (second!) conversation
with legend RITA MAE BROWN
at Women's Week's 40th Anniversary in Provincetown, MA.
Watch it here on YouTube.

CHECK OUT PAST EVENTS HERE

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