The entire series will be made up of six half-hour long episodes, including the pilot, and Expectation has come on board to produce the episodes.
Alma’s Not Normal has been praised for being showing an unflinching take on class, mental health and sexuality, as well as substance abuse.
Willan said: “I’ve been overwhelmed by the fabulous response to the pilot and I’m so excited to be developing the series.
“I’ve already been using the lockdown as a chance to get cracking so I’m just pleased to have the official go ahead! I can’t wait to get it made and share the world of Alma with everyone.”
Nerys Evans, the creative director at Expectation, praised Willan’s ability to create such a powerful character from one episode.
Evans said: “Her writing is so authentic and intelligent; in just one episode she has created such a fully formed world.
“Her characters are beautifully observed and often flawed and sometimes challenging, but Sophie’s humour allows her to explore some really difficult subjects.
“I can’t wait to see how the story unfolds across a series as she’s bursting with brilliant ideas.”
