WITH QUICK, PRACTICAL TIPS, THIS GUIDE WILL HELP YOU DITCH THE LEGALESE AND START WRITING FICTION THAT FLOWS.

You’ve mastered legal writing—clear, concise, and persuasive. But when it comes to fiction, those same skills can feel like obstacles.

The truth is, shifting from legal briefs to compelling storytelling isn’t about starting from scratch—it’s about learning a new approach.

This guide isn’t here to overwhelm you with more rules. It’s designed to help you unlock the creative voice that’s already in you.

Drawing from years of working with writers from all backgrounds, I’ve identified six key shifts that can help lawyers like you:

• Cut the legal jargon to create prose that feels natural, engaging, and authentic.  

• Find your unique voice, one that doesn’t sound like it’s making a closing argument.  

• Invent rich character backstories that bring your fictional people to life. 

• Swap passive voice for active storytelling that keeps readers turning pages.  

And more!

Grab your free guide today and discover how to shift from legal writing to captivating storytelling—one simple step at a time.

Hey there!

I’m April Dávila—award-winning novelist and writing coach. I created this guide specifically for lawyers like you because I’ve seen how hard it can be to shift from legal writing to fiction.

If you’ve ever felt like your stories sound too formal, your characters feel flat, or you’re stuck trying to “get it right” instead of letting creativity flow, you’re not alone.

Here’s the thing: writing fiction isn’t about following strict rules—it’s about freedom, voice, and imagination.

This guide is designed to help you unlearn the habits that hold you back and tap into the storyteller that’s already inside you.

So, if you’re ready to leave legalese behind and start writing with confidence, let’s get started.