Fred was born in Chicago and lived there until graduating from Northern Illinois University in 1970 with a degree in political science. Ever since he was old enough to hold a pen he enjoyed writing...view moreFred was born in Chicago and lived there until graduating from Northern Illinois University in 1970 with a degree in political science. Ever since he was old enough to hold a pen he enjoyed writing. He has written and directed a feature film and a children's book and is now devoting his time to novels, hiking, yoga, and enjoying the life he found in Bali.He is a writer director - Three on a Match. Adaptation of the Novel The Mahdi by Margo Dockendorf. Writer of the following screenplays: Behind Closed Doors, The Simple Truth, The Caldwell Incident, The Fiancé, Lauren Delaware and others. A children's book The Adventures of Ted and Mike.He is also a lifetime member of the Screen Actors Guild.view less