I like it better on the black. It stands out more.

meh...

I agree... meh.

what is the shape around the outside supposed to be?

. . . they don't look like they're in love

Yeah, I have to agree with SNAFU - they need to be gazing into each other's eyes to sell it. Right now, it looks like an awkward moment.

Great concept, though. I just think the shapes used to trim out the books look a little off. I'd keep them true to the subject. Right now it looks like there's a crowd of people popping their heads all around. Very clever, though.

theme from princess bride?
... anyway the design does look a little awkward, and to be honest, dull... especially if it is based on the same story that had RoUS (Rodents of Unusual Size).

The shapes around the books are hearts! I could have made that more obvious by leaving a view scatterd inside the frame. I hate it when I realize good things after submitting it!

I got the idea from a song title called Storybook Love by Joy Electric which is the only anti-techno band I have ever liked!