I used to real a lot. I have always been interested in the fantasy genre (which worried my mother to no end). However, I had always stayed away from the Harry Potter books. When Book 5 came out, Order of the Phoenix, I think, that was also when the first movie came out. Once I saw the move, and knew more about the series, I started reading them. Not a bad series.
I have never, and will never, read the Twilight series, nor watch the movies. They hold no interest at all. Neither the Hunger Games books/movies either. Just not my thing.
I would, however, heartily suggest a series which introduces a delightfully inventive spin on magic using symbols. It is written by Patrick Rothfuss, a college lecturer. The series is entitled The Kingkiller Chronicles. Book 1 "The Name of the Wind" and Book 2 "The Wise Man's Fear". Book 3 should be out this year.
I have recently downloaded the complete works of P.G.Wodehouse, and have started reading the Jeeves and Wooster books. I adored the series by that comic duo Fry and Laurie, and I am thoroughly enjoying reading along and putting Hugh's voice to Bertie's words.