Oh, so very useful!

“Quick Tips to create a story structure

In the beginning of your book, introduce your lead character.

In the middle of your book, introduce the conflict between your main character and the antagonist in a way that connects him with your readers. Also, develop your characters and their backgrounds.

By the end of the book, remember to resolve all the conflicts you introduced.

Finally, do all this while using transitions that propel the story’s flow.”

via Fiction | WritersDigest.com.

Imagine you’re in a place you’ve never been before. To do this well, you’re going to have to do a little research, either online or in the library. Look out for details about the texture of the place – what does it feel like, what’s the weather like, what can you smell, hear, see? Describe the place in detail, giving yourself over to what you’ve learned about the place as you’ve explored it imaginatively. Learning to do research is a crucial skill for a writer, and one that can be highly enjoyable too.

Great information from a favourite site of mine.

The Essential Checklist for Submitting Your Novel to Agents | WritersDigest.com.