David Eddings

David Carroll Eddings (July 7, 1931 – June 2, 2009) was an American fantasy writer. With his wife Leigh, he authored several best-selling epic fantasy novel series, including ''The Belgariad'' (1982–84), ''The Malloreon'' (1987–91), ''The Elenium'' (1989–91), ''The Tamuli'' (1992–94), and ''The Dreamers'' (2003–06). Provided by Wikipedia