0 brighter-mystery-suspense-fear-thriller-horror-supernatural-book-cover-ideas-with-girl-shadow-boy-fog-woods-monster-body-dark-tones-playground-contrast-1c242019b5 The visual composition draws on familiar, thrilling elements to immediately communicate the book's genre of horror, fiction, and supernatural mystery. The characters are depicted with specific details to evoke their narrative importance and personal connection. The choice of typography balances between a bold, impactful presentation of the title, hinting at horror, while maintaining clarity for the author's name. The layout ensures that each element, from the shadowy figure to the abandoned playground, is clearly visible yet does not clutter the design. A matte finish for the cover material supports the dark theme, while spot gloss on the title adds dimension and draws attention. This combination of elements crafts a captivating and memorable introduction to “What Darkness Hides.”.