Melanie Marnich's Rise From Writer to 'Apples Never Fall' Showrunner.

Melanie Marnich, a writer-producer, has become the showrunner for the limited series "Apples Never Fall." The series, based on a novel by Liane Moriarty, explores a mother's disappearance and family dysfunction. Marnich, who has previously worked on shows like "The Affair" and "The OA," admits that being a showrunner is a challenging role that involves rewriting scripts, giving notes, hiring staff, and managing the overall production. She emphasizes the importance of individuality and having a deep understanding of the medium for aspiring TV writers. Marnich worked tirelessly to create a compelling narrative that maintained the page-turner energy of the novel. [Extracted from the article]

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