I like contemporary American literature and I like biographies and I like jazz and I like baseball and I like writers who write about the human condition and sci-fi is just something that I happened into.

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This quote shows that Jonathan Frakes, an American actor, enjoys a variety of things. He likes reading books, especially those that focus on the lives of real people and the human experience. He also enjoys listening to jazz music and watching baseball. While he doesn't seem as interested in science fiction, it's still something he's explored. Frakes has a diverse range of interests and appreciates many different forms of art and entertainment.

About Jonathan Frakes

Jonathan Frakes is an American actor and director best known for playing William Riker in the Star Trek: The Next Generation TV series and films. He has also directed several Star Trek movies and TV episodes, as well as other popular shows and films.

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