Love Romance Book Cover Design (Evoking romance, calm, and dark hair)

Visuals: Two picturesque suburban houses sit close together against a softly lit dusk sky, giving off a serene and romantic vibe. The left house has a warm, cozy yellow tone, while the right house is a calm, neutral blue-gray. Standing on their respective porches, the woman with flowing brown hair wears a pastel-colored sundress, appearing contemplative yet hopeful, while the tall dark-haired man, in rolled-up sleeves and casual attire, leans casually on his doorway with an enigmatic, gentle expression. Between the two houses, a soft blur suggests an emotional connection. Warm, romantic lighting highlights the quiet intimacy.

Typography: A combination of an elegant cursive font (for the title) in muted rose gold for a romantic feel, paired with a clean serif font (for the subtitle, if any) in subtle gray. The lettering is centered at the top, keeping the focus on the image below.

Layout: The title would be placed at the top-center, taking up significant space while leaving breathing room. The houses and characters take up the middle of the layout, with the horizon creating a subtle dividing line. At the bottom of the cover, space is left blank or for author detail placement later.

Explanation: This cover composition centers around the book's central themes—intimacy and emotional connection set in a small, neighborly environment. The dusk lighting and warm-toned colors are soothing and evoke calmness, love, and potential romance. The characters on their respective porches reinforce the physical and emotional distances explored in the story while still suggesting unity. The typography enhances the romantic aesthetic with a balance of flowy cursive and readable serif fonts, while the matte finish provides elegance and a tactile softness to match the story's tone. Spot UV gloss adds sophistication without distracting from the calming design.