The easy problems—the small, quiet ones—had been there all along. They just needed someone crazy enough to solve them.
Incorporate elements like humor, action, and character development, which are trademarks of Estep's writing. Maybe include a twist where the real challenge isn't what it seems. Also, considering the ePub format, the story should be concise but engaging, suitable for a short eBook.
The shadow sneered. “Only hard problems, yes? You see, your curse is a gift. And this problem is… easy.” Only Hard Problems by Jennifer Estep -ePub-
“Ms. Thorne, there’s a woman in your lobby,” her secretary, Mica, called. “She’s… arguing with a shadow.”
“Then how do I fix this?”
Check for themes that Estep often uses—resilience, self-discovery, overcoming fears. Maybe add some dark elements, like a supernatural threat. The ending should resolve the main conflict but perhaps hint at larger issues for potential sequels or series development.
I need to make sure the story has a clear beginning, middle, and end. Perhaps start with the protagonist facing a problem that her power can't handle, leading her to investigate why. The middle explores her journey to understand her unique ability and the problem's true nature. The climax would involve her overcoming the challenge in a unexpected way, using her hard problem-solving skill in a new context. The easy problems—the small, quiet ones—had been there
The shadow roared. Lila grinned. “What, no epic monologue?” She yanked the lighter back and struck it, the flame blue—straight from her power. The shadow recoiled.