Philip R. Craig, a renowned American writer, gained recognition for his captivating Martha's Vineyard mysteries. Born in Santa Monica, he spent his formative years on a cattle ranch near Durango, Colorado. In 1951, he enrolled at Boston University, initially intending to pursue a career in ministry. After graduating with a degree in 1957, he delved into the world of literature, studying poetry under the tutelage of esteemed poet Robert Lowell. However, Lowell's candid assessment left Craig convinced that poetry was not his calling, prompting him to shift his focus to prose. Under the guidance of Gerald Warner Brace, Craig discovered a passion for writing fiction.
Craig's academic pursuits continued as he taught English and Journalism at Endicott College in Beverly, Massachusetts, from 1962 to 1965, and later at Wheelock College in Boston until his retirement in 1999. During this time, he was invited to join the Olympic fencing squad, but unfortunately, a knee injury forced him to decline the opportunity. Craig's writing career flourished as a full-time author after his retirement.
Tragically, Philip R. Craig's life was cut short in a brief battle with cancer on May 8, 2007. He left behind a loving wife, Shirley, two children, Kimberlie and James, and five grandchildren.
