Funny Like A Fox

Mindy Kaling: A developing talent

I run hot and cold on The Office, but I've always really loved the character of Kelly, the uber-perky, man-hungry customer service rep. What I hadn't realized is that Mindy Kaling, who plays Kelly, is also one of the show's writers. And now she's signed a deal with NBC to develop a new comedy for her to star in.

"I've always wanted to do another show about women," said Kaling, whose past credits include writing the WB pilot "Mindy and Brenda," along with Brenda Withers, for Carsey-Werner and Steve Martin. That project was about two female best friends straight out of college.

Mindy Kaling cues NBC deal (Variety)

This is great news! The more women developing comedies behind the scenes, the more opportunities there will be for women in other roles, including producing, directing, and writing, as well as performing.

What Dorothy Parker and I have in common

She obviously understood the realities of life for the freelance writer. To wit:

"I'd like to have money. And I'd like to be a good writer. These two can come together, and I hope they will, but if that's too adorable, I'd rather have money."