The Stand is great but I don't recommend the Dark Tower series, it turns to dog shit after the fourth book. Don't waste your time.
Most of his books are entertaining to read though. Insomnia and Needful Things we're nice.
That's what I was fearing about the Dark Tower Series. I guess i'll try The Stand next. I'm also open to other authors as well. Just besides Goosebump books, this is the only book i've ever read from cover to cover.