Wow, I haven't read that one but sure will now!
I'm really glad I found your work and hope many more will too.
In Sweden we have this director called Ruben Östlund (the Square, Triangle of Sadness, and a lot of good stuff before he got famous) who is a master of concepts in my opinion. He's making a movie right now about a long flight where the entertainment system goes out and what happens to people when it does. I think you have the same skill of taking a simple concept and make it interesting, fun and memorable. Fill it with engaging characters and set your own tone.
Best regards!