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Murder at the Universe
Opus Hotel’s General Manager Launches Debut Novel

June 1, 2007

Daniel Edward Craig draws from many years in the hotel industry to deliver a rollicking murder mystery set in a luxurious New York hotel.

(Vancouver, B.C.) –Daniel Edward Craig, general manager of the stylish boutique Opus Hotel Vancouver, releases his first novel this September. Craig, who embarked on his hotel career in Toronto in 1987 and has since worked in eight luxury hotels, has been a part of the team at Opus since its inception in 2002. Under his direction, Opus has garnered its international reputation for exemplary service, distinctive design and cutting edge marketing.

Craig’s debut novel, Murder at the Universe, is to be published by Midnight Ink Books simultaneously in the US and Canada. Readers are introduced New York’s fictional Universe Hotel, the opulent setting for the mysterious death of the hotel’s beloved owner, Willard Godfrey. Suspense and intrigue follow, driven by a cast of colourful characters and hilarious behind-the-scenes antics. Craig is a witty, intelligent writer who has gathered his fodder from years of hotel experiences. “I have drawn inspiration from many of the weird and wonderful people I have met in my career and the unique and often bizarre situations I have encountered,” says Craig. “But rest assured, this book is pure fiction.”

Murder at The Universe is the first novel in the Five-Star Mystery Series by Craig. The second installment is due to hit bookshelves in June 2008. Craig also continues to add frequent installments to his ever popular General Manager’s Blog (www.opushotel.com/blog), which provides an entertaining insider’s look at the challenges and rewards of running the swanky Yaletown boutique hotel.

Uniquely stylish and always fresh, Opus Hotel redefines the boutique experience, blending contemporary design with warmth and intuitive service. Located in fashionable Yaletown, the hotel is home to the award winning bistro moderne Elixir and the dramatic Opus Bar. Opus was voted one of the world’s top 100 hotels by readers of Condé Nast Traveler magazine and Opus Bar was named “Vancouver’s Most Popular Nightspot” by Zagat Guide 2006.  For information and reservations call toll-free 1 866 642-6787 or visit www.opushotel.com.


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Murder at the Universe is now available for pre-order on Amazon, Chapters and other bookstores. ISBN: 0-7387-1118-8. Price US $14.95. For more information, including interviews, head shot, book cover art and synopsis, visit www.danieledwardcraig.com or www.midnightinkbooks.com or contact
:

Judy Ahola
Publicist
Opus Hotel/Hawksworth Communications
Tel. 604.816-4779
judy@hawksworth.ca

Brian Farrey
Publicist
Midnight Ink Books
Tel 800-843-6666 Ext 8451
brianf@midnightinkbooks.com




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