Children's book cover illustration. A whimsical gingerbread house sits in a dense forest. A shaft of light breaks through the trees, illuminating the house. The gingerbread house is decorated with opulent candy details—gumdrop roof, lollipop pillars, icing trim. The overall image is colorful, bright, and cheerful, but the outer edges are shadowy, with a subtle vignette of darkness and gloom, hinting at mystery. The tone is magical yet slightly eerie, perfect for a fairy tale. See more