Have you heard of Stephen King?
Yes, i have. I love Stephen King! He was born in 1947, hes american and an author of horror, supernatural fiction, suspense, science fiction and fantasy. Have you read his books? 
I have not, a friend of mine had recommended him.   
I highly recommend them as well. His books have sold more than 350 million copies, many of them adapted to films, tv series, mini series and comic books