Kirsten Westholter

Words have the power to heal, to ignite, and to transform. Often writing under the pseudonym Dubai Phoenix, Kirsten’s poetry reflects her personal journey and observations, celebrating diversity and resilience in the face of challenges. As an author, poet, and inclusion advocate, Kirsten continues to leave a lasting impact on readers and audiences worldwide, empowering them to embrace diversity and cultivate meaningful connections.
Inspired by the Phoenix’s legendary rise from the ashes, her words are an intimate reflection of life’s ever-changing cycles. Each poem is a piece of her journey, an exploration of raw emotions, vulnerability, and the strength that lies within us all. Whether capturing moments of heartbreak, self-discovery, or renewal, her poetry is an invitation to feel, to reflect, and to embrace transformation.
Because no matter how many times we fall, we always have the power to rise.

Poetry has always been Kirsten’s way of making sense of the world; of capturing emotions too deep for conversation, of transforming pain into purpose. She embraces the spirit of resilience, pouring her journey into verses that reflect the raw beauty of life’s highs and lows.

Whispers of the Heart is her debut solo poetry collection. Each poem is a whisper to the soul, a reminder that even in our most vulnerable moments, we are never truly alone.

With themes of heartbreak, healing, and rebirth, Kirsten’s poetry invites you to feel deeply, to reflect, and to find strength in your own story. Because no matter how many times we fall, we always have the power to rise.

Publications and Collaborations

In addition to Whispers of the Heart, her work has been featured in several publications:

Hope in the Time of Deadly 19 – Co-author, contributing 10 poems to the moving story by Dr. Hala El Miniawi.

Who Moved My Heels? – Featured poem Celebrating Women Storytellers in this inspiring collection of wellness stories by female entrepreneurs.

Not So Different After All: Being Kind to Atypical Minds – Dutch
translation of this heartwarming children’s book by Aloysia Ogle & Brent Ramlochan.

Discourse Literary Journal – Published poem Joyful Udders, a playful yet profound piece.

It’s Your Turn
Featured poem Together, We Rise in Helena DeMuynck’s transformative journey into the lives of women who shattered the glass ceilings.

Order your copy of Whispers of the Heart

Explore her debut poetry collection, Whispers of the Heart on Amazon and other online retailers

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Barnes & Noble

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Austin Macauley Publishers

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Interested in booking Kirsten for a poetry session or collaboration? Whether it’s a live reading, a creative project, or a shared poetic journey, let’s bring words to life together.

“In the silence of our heart, where time seems to stand still, we find the strength to dream, the courage to grow. Every thought, every breath, brings us closer to ourselves, and in that connection, lies the true wisdom of our being.”