May 14-15, 2026 Seward, Alaska: More details TBA.

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Alaskan author and the international Whirling Rainbow Foundations’s non-profit Executive Director, Suraj Holzwarth has recently published her new book, “Heart Like A Mountain: A Young Woman’s Climb of North America’s Highest Peak.” In 1979, at the age of 19, Suraj became the youngest woman to climb Denali. Suraj will be giving a slide presentation, readings and book signings in Seward, Alaska.

Here are a few recent Heart Like A Mountain book and presentation endorsements:

Lee Post, co-owner of Alaska’s Homer Bookstore selected Heart Like A Mountain in his top 5 book picks of 2025.
Chris Warner, the Second American to Climb all 8,000 meter Peaks, writes, “When you read this book, you will learn how this red-headed teenager from Long Island became not just a mountaineer, but an alchemist. Suraj, the alchemist transformed my life and countless others. Her story will deeply move you.”
Chrissie Blaze, Author, Earth Astrology’s Missing Planet: Reconnecting with Her Sacred Power writes “Suraj soars with this literary tour de force. It is truly a masterpiece of adventure literature.”
Rob Hartz, former Program Director, The Infinite Odyssey writes, “Best trip report ever!“
Ken Reinke, Author, The Road Spoke writes, “This is a terrific story and a great book for anyone that wants to be (or thinks they are) a leader.”
Thom Shafer, Wilderness Guide & Adventure Therapist writes, “A New York Times bestseller in the making!”
Judith Kramer, Physical Therapist writes, “I was spellbound by your Heart Like A Mountain presentation last night and was on the edge of my seat!
Michelle Morton, Artist & Musician writes “I went to the Heart Like A Mountain book presentation last night and I was blown away. Suraj’s talk was very mesmerizing and I asked myself “why have I not pursued all my dreams yet?”
Martha Moller, Physical Education Teacher, writes “You are the most brilliant example of “will” I have ever encountered. I can’t tell you how your book has lifted me up and brought a personal excitement to my days. So in awe of you with every page I read in your book!”

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