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New memoir · October 6, 2026Alice Cooper Memoir: Devil on My Shoulder, What the Book Covers
Devil on My Shoulder is Alice Cooper’s autobiography of more than six decades in rock, written to separate fact from the myths around his shock-rock persona. He frames his life as a struggle between the devil and the angel on his shoulders: addiction and blackout years on one side, his long marriage and Christian faith on the other.
- Book: Devil on My Shoulder: A Memoir
- Author: Alice Cooper
- Published: October 6, 2026, Da Capo (Hachette Book Group)
- Themes: addiction and recovery, persona versus self, faith
- Notable: Reached No. 1 on the Sunday Times non-fiction list and No. 4 on the New York Times non-fiction list.
What is Alice Cooper’s new book?
Devil on My Shoulder is Alice Cooper’s autobiography of more than six decades in rock, written to separate fact from the myths around his shock-rock persona. He frames his life as a struggle between the devil and the angel on his shoulders: addiction and blackout years on one side, his long marriage and Christian faith on the other.
About Alice Cooper
Alice Cooper is the pioneering shock-rock singer whose theatrical stage shows have been a fixture of rock music for more than six decades.
What the book covers
- How “Alice Cooper” went from a band name to a stage name to a character
- Addiction and his blackout years
- His creative process, his rise and his decline
- Life on the road and regrets about people who were hurt
- His marriage of around fifty years and his Christian faith
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Rock fans, readers of music memoirs, and anyone interested in stories of addiction and recovery.
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What is Alice Cooper’s new book?
Alice Cooper’s new book is Devil on My Shoulder, a memoir published by Da Capo (Hachette Book Group), out October 6, 2026.
What is Devil on My Shoulder about?
Devil on My Shoulder is Alice Cooper’s autobiography of more than six decades in rock, written to separate fact from the myths around his shock-rock persona. He frames his life as a struggle between the devil and the angel on his shoulders: addiction and blackout years on one side, his long marriage and Christian faith on the other.
When was Devil on My Shoulder released?
Devil on My Shoulder by Alice Cooper was published by Da Capo (Hachette Book Group) on October 6, 2026.
Who is Alice Cooper?
Alice Cooper is the pioneering shock-rock singer whose theatrical stage shows have been a fixture of rock music for more than six decades.
Where can I buy Devil on My Shoulder?
Devil on My Shoulder is available from major retailers including Amazon, Bookshop.org, Barnes & Noble and Audible, and from local bookstores.
Can I write a memoir even if I’m not famous?
Yes. Most memoirs are written by people who are not public figures, often for family or a small readership. Many people work with a memoir ghostwriter who interviews them and writes the book in their voice. Our Writer Match Quiz can help you find the right kind of writer.
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