Black Self Help Book Cover Design (Evoking connection, unity, and togetherness)

Visuals: A silhouette of a group of five people standing shoulder-to-shoulder, raising their arms in unison to form a human connection. The figures are set against a black background with a gradient glow of warm tones (orange to yellow), symbolizing optimism and collective empowerment. In the bottom right corner, there is a faded outline of interconnected gears subtly embedded into the background to represent teamwork's coordinated efforts.

Typography: The title "TRUST" is in bold, uppercase sans-serif font with a slightly distressed texture, conveying a sense of strength and authenticity. The subtitle "Menjadi Pemain Tim yang Kuat dalam Team Work" is in a clean, modern sans-serif font, smaller than the title and placed at the bottom. The author's name, "Fakhrul Rizal," is in italics at the bottom center in a minimalist serif font.

Layout: - Title "TRUST" is positioned prominently at the top center in large font size. - Teamwork silhouette occupies the majority of the center space, creating a strong visual hierarchy. - Subtitle placed beneath the silhouette, aligned center, with adequate breathing room. - Author's name is at the bottom center, slightly smaller than the subtitle to maintain balance. - Background blends seamlessly into the gradient color supporting the other visual elements.

Explanation: The visual composition captures the essence of solidarity and teamwork through the silhouetted group, connecting teamwork with visual representation. The warm glow creates an inviting and motivational tone, resonating with the themes of cooperation and mutual strength. Typography balances boldness for the title and clarity for the subtitle, ensuring the message stands out but remains legible. The layout carefully guides the viewer's eye from the title to the central image and then to the subtitle and author’s name, establishing a logical and aesthetically pleasing hierarchy. Utilizing matte soft-touch lamination enhances the feel of the product while spot UV on the title adds a tactile and visual differentiator—making it more captivating. The small details, like the gear outlines, reinforce the teamwork concept and keep the design cohesive.