Nicole Richie has been tapped to produce and star in a new scripted comedy for ABC.

According to Variety, the show will be about a professional woman with complicated family relationships and struggling to figure out what role she’ll take as her life and her family evolve,”

Richie, 28, made the announcement on her blog saying the story “revolves around a young, modern and professional woman who must balance her business and family relationships. She must deal with, and navigate the many ideas of what a woman’s role is: modern vs. traditional.”

“Lately, I have been surrounded by many different women of all ages and walks of life. It amazes me to watch and observe how many different ideas there are about what a woman’s role should be in this era. I’ve taken these fascinating ideas, and compiled them into something that I think will be very special (and funny!). We’re still in the very early stages and I can’t wait to share more with you soon!”

Variety also notes that Richie is “working on her second novel, as well as the debut of her clothing collection and shoe line.” What have you done lately?

Last month Richie was rushed to hospital for.Pneumonia.

“Right now it’s important for me to stay in bed and recover,” Richie, 28, wrote on her blog Tuesday. “Reading all of your messages on Twitter and my website has really brightened my spirits and I am so grateful for the support. I look forward to seeing you all very soon and wish you a happy Thanksgiving.”

Richie has two children, Harlow, 1, and Sparrow, 2 months, with Joel Madden, lead singer of Good Charlotte.

Nicole Richie Gets ABC Comedy Gig