In "Silverskin" by Guundie Kuchling, the story unfolds in a fantastical world where skin is not just a barrier, but a canvas for identity and magic. The protagonist, a young girl named Asha, discovers her rare ability to manipulate the silverskin—a material that grants incredible powers and transformations. As she navigates a society divided by wealth and privilege, Asha must face dark forces that seek to exploit her gift. With themes of self-discovery, social justice, and resilience, Asha embarks on a journey of adventure and personal growth, challenging the status quo and forging her own path. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

There are 32 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 2002 by UWA Publishing .

Artist and writer Guundie Kuchling was born in Austria but came to live in Australia after falling in love with the country and its creatures. She takes great care to make sure that her work is scientifically accurate, but it is her passion for the natural world that makes her work so delightful. Guundie is the author of many picture books for children, including the Yakkin series and Squiggle, Diddle, Plop!.