Well a few of my favourite authors are

Raymond E Feist- his first book magician is truly a gem..i read it several times and its still a nice read..well his following series are quite good to read but gets boring at times.( cant really remember all his books actually) His current series, the conclave of shadows starting from talon of the silver hawk is recommended

David Gemmel- his books are simple and has very good fighting description IMHO, try reading his rigante series 'sword in the storm' or his newest and last novels the Troy series. ( He died last year..RIP)

Terry Brooks- well his shannara series is rather good..albeit he tends to repeat some stuff at times..havent got the chance to read his new novel armageddon's children though

Robert Jordan- its good! but be warned..its lengthy and long winded..his first few books especially The Shadow Rising were very good but the next few volumes gets draggy after that..(he better finished it up! )

U may also give Tad Williams a try .. have fun!