Summary:
My proposal is to follow in the footsteps of two of my favorite authors by studying their lives and the settings of their books in England. I will also become more familiar with contemporary British children’s literature at the Seven Stories Centre for Children’s Books. After returning, I will share my experiences and facilitate an author study club for students.

Goals:
· To study the lives of Thomas Hardy and Charlotte Bronte
· To improve my understanding of the historical, social, political, and geographical influences on the life and work of each author
· To study the poetry of Thomas Hardy (as I am currently only familiar with his novels)
· To become more familiar with British children’s literature
· To fully engage in this adventure and be open to the personal growth and renewal that it will bring about.
· To dabble in my own writing and hopefully find inspiration and time for reflection on my own stories.