Two powerful new books say today's global warming is due not to human activity but primarily to a long, moderate solar-linked cycle. "Unstoppable Global Warming Every 1500 Years," by physicist Fred Singer and economist Dennis Avery was released just before Christmas. "The Chilling Stars: A New Theory of Climate Change," by Danish physicist Henrik Svensmark and former BBC science writer Nigel Calder (Icon Books), is due out in March.

A controversial novel about a bisexual Jesus is being published now by AndroGyne Press. "Christ's story is for everyone," said Kittredge Cherry, author of JESUS IN LOVE, the first novel ever published about a queer Christ. "It's okay to imagine yourself in the story of Jesus. He is ALL of us."

Katherine Gates presents "The Power of Your Thoughts" (now available through AuthorHouse), which continues where her first book, "Reflective Meditation," left off and helps readers gain control over their lives and evolve spiritually through discipline of their thoughts.

Author P.A. McLean shares the conclusions she has reached as an immigrant in the harsh post-9/11 era of America in her new book, "America: An Immigrant's Story" (now available through AuthorHouse). Based on personal experiences, McLean discusses various "situations and interactions between Americans and immigrants." These are the stories of a real immigrant's experiences, and McLean says it is an eye-opening read for many Americans. "Because it reveals the real America, it should appeal to readers who want to have more than superficial knowledge of the opportunities, or lack thereof, that exist in 21st-century America," she says.

Penguin Young Readers Group and Rodale announced a co-publishing partnership today for the purpose of adapting US Vice President Al Gore's New York Times No. 1 best-selling book, AN INCONVENIENT TRUTH: The Planetary Emergency of Global Warming and What We Can Do About It (Rodale Books; Paperback; $21.95; May 2006) for young readers.

Viola Farber was one of the most beloved modern dancers of her generation and among the most highly revered teachers of modern dance in the United States and Europe. In his new book, "The Prickly Rose," (now available through AuthorHouse) author Jeff Slayton offers readers a glimpse into the fascinating life and untimely death of this master teacher and amazing choreographer.

Dealing with the death of a pet is challenging enough but communicating that loss to young children can be daunting. Designer, artist, mom and dog-lover, Teri Bennett, turned that tough situation around by writing a children's book Angel Dog Austin, to help children and families come to terms with their loss.

In her new book, "Allow Your Children to Fail if You Want Them to Succeed" (now available through AuthorHouse), pediatrician Dr. Avril P. Beckford provides parents with practical tools and tested methods that can help children succeed in today's world. Based on 20 years of professional experience, Beckford challenges parents and teachers to allow children to fail, thus enabling their ultimate success. "Allow Your Children to Fail if You Want Them to Succeed" is unique in that it encourages parents to be comfortable with failure. The author believes that this will "allow children to soar and reach even greater potential because they are free of the fear of failure."

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Valerie Paget-Wilkes shares the tragic but inspirational story of her emotional recovery after the untimely death of her teenage daughter in her new book, "The Eggshell Path: A Story of Survival" (now available through AuthorHouse). Eighteen-year-old Megan was just three months from high school graduation. A gifted swimmer with Olympic aspirations, Megan would have attended Clemson University in the fall on a full swimming scholarship.