Blue Romance Book Cover Design (Evoking romance, friendship, and angst)

Visuals: The cover features the lower half of a young man’s face, inspired by Jungwon (Enhypen), set slightly to the left of the frame. His expression is serene yet introspective, hinting at a complex emotional depth. Behind him, a hazy illustration of a small town campus with tree-lined streets and cozy brick buildings fades softly into a twilight sky. Muted tones of warm peach and dusky blue dominate the design, while a faint overlay of handwritten letters or doodles subtly emphasizes themes of friendship and childhood memories.

Typography: The title, "It Has Always Been You," appears in an elegant yet contemporary serif font with a slightly distressed texture, reinforcing the nostalgic yet romantic tone. The author’s name, "sarangie14," is set in a simple sans-serif font in lowercase letters, placed at the bottom right corner.

Layout: - The lower half of the male face is the focal point, positioned to the left. - The title is centered in the upper portion of the cover. - The author’s name is smaller and placed subtly at the bottom-right corner. - The small-town background slightly wraps around the male figure to create harmony.

Explanation: The lower half of the male face draws immediate focus while allowing room for imagination and emotional connection. The serene expression communicates an intimate, introspective tone, resonating with the themes of second chances and childhood love. The muted tones and blended background evoke warmth and familiarity, perfectly reflecting the setting of a small-town college while adding a dreamy quality suitable for romance. The textured serif typography and handwritten accents create a strong emotional tie to nostalgia and relationships. The matte finish with soft-touch lamination gives the book an inviting texture, while the spot gloss on the title enhances its visual importance. This design captures the themes of love, angst, and the story's central relationships effectively.