Marja-Lewis Ryan landed a dream job.
The 34-year-old serves as writer/showrunner of Showtimes fall sequel to its 2004-09 lesbian drama,The L Word.
Plus, she senses the revivals greater need.

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I just think about the little Marjas, watching themselves, seeing themselves, and being okay.
So its bigger than me.
Its bigger than my ego.

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In terms of the original characters, Ryan will only offer some vague clues.
So, thats really fun.
And could we see the return of Alices famous chart?
She explains: Im a huge fan.
All Ive ever wanted to do is makeFriday Night Lights.
Now I get to make, like, the queer version.
Its, like, gay sex instead of football.