I've never even heard of "Artemis Fowl." Actually, now that I think about it, I love fantasy but haven't really gone out "looking" for fantasy novels to read. I read "The Hobbit" and "LotR" and loved those of course, then finally read "Narnia," which has a style that clicked with me more. But beyond those, I just don't know any other fantasy novels. (I'm so deprived I'm sure) I do know a bit about different mythology, but that's ancient stuff.
So "Artemis Fowl" is a recommendation? What are some other good books that a fantasy-craving reader (such as myself) should dive into?