It’s been 50 years since S.E. Hinton first published The Outsiders, when she was just sixteen years old. Since then, the iconic story has been made into a beloved movie, has inspired a new generation of YA writers, and has become a modern classic. On the heels of the book’s 50th anniversary, we took a look at what people are saying about it, and are giving you 24 reasons to read (or re-read) The Outsiders.

Matt Dillon has kept The Outsiders love alive.

50 years ago today, SE Hinton brought us The Outsiders. 50 years later it remains a classic. Congratulations to my friend Susie. #TheOutsiders #SEHinton #tulsa

A photo posted by Matt Dillon (@mattdillon) on Nov 1, 2016 at 4:42pm PDT

It lends itself to spontaneous reenactment.

Acting out chapter 1 of #TheOutsiders – Ponyboy is being tailed by some Socs! @se4realhinton #TheOutsiders #Edchat #Interactivelearning #ELA pic.twitter.com/izHNNO3k9P

— Lauren Vigilante (@Ms_Vigilante) November 15, 2016

It’ll make you drop everything to read.

This student was so engaged in his book that he may have been a tad late for his next class. #oops #theoutsiders #staygold pic.twitter.com/UIxJ1WHY91

— Sarah Wilder (@MrsSarahWilder) November 4, 2016

It’s the perfect #tbt.

This #TBT we’re excited to have the 50th Anniversary edition of #TheOutsiders. The #BNExclusive edition has some cool extras! #SEHinton pic.twitter.com/1DVAoJwavv

— BNAnchorage (@BNAnchorage) November 3, 2016

It makes for a great group costume.

Every year our Greaser / Soc dress up day is a blast. Thanks to everyone for ending our read of #TheOutsiders on a high note! #RippIB pic.twitter.com/rzuq5KBYZn

— Mark DeSimone (@DeSimone227) November 3, 2016

The new edition has bonus content!

After losing my copy of the outsiders I was very sad to not possess my favorite book. And now today I got the 50th anniversary edition with bonus content and signed by S.E. Hinton #books #bookstagram #favoritebook #theoutsiders #booklove

A photo posted by Delia Bender (@delia_jade) on Nov 7, 2016 at 3:15pm PST

Rob Lowe looks great in a Snapchat filter.

The Outsiders novel turns 50 today! Such a classic. Thank you Snapchat for letting @RobLowe wear the flower crown too.👌🏻 #theoutsiders pic.twitter.com/e4rOpKQniB

— Deanna Davies (@DeannaDaisies) November 2, 2016

Its lessons ring true, fifty years later.

we all bleed red. . . . . . #theoutsiders #staygoldponyboy #greatbook #read #bookstagram #embracewhoyouare #nobodyisperfect #manifestdestiny #hustle #5amclub #entrepreneur #cbd #hemp #success #healtheworld #mondaymotivation #vapenation #supportlocal #believeandachieve #wealth #manifestation #followyourpassion

A photo posted by bigjeeves la flare 🔑 (@bigjeeves) on Nov 7, 2016 at 9:11pm PST

Did we mention the great costumes?

Stay gold, Ponyboy stay gold. #happyhalloween #greaser #theoutsiders

A photo posted by Michelle Murphy (@_ichelle_) on Oct 31, 2016 at 4:25pm PDT

It also has great pumpkin appeal.

After all, it’s not every year that the 50th anniversary of The Outsiders by @se4realhinton comes out! Thanks @PenguinTeen! Hope you like 🙂 pic.twitter.com/fXhCtxsrYr

— Pity The Back Seat (@pitythebackseat) November 1, 2016

It will give you TOO MANY FEELS.

in class we were reading the outsiders and i was cryin when johnny and dally died and i wiped away my tears so vigorously that it burned

— (ﾉಠ◡ಠ)ﾉ・。*。✧・゜゜・。✧:☆ (@CrumbOfACookie) October 28, 2016

It has inspired some pretty great articles of clothing.

I just finished #theoutsiders for the first time ever (what is WRONG with me?!?) & now I want this shirt. #staygold ❤️Dally ❤️Johnny pic.twitter.com/3q1FC7UH0n

— Bibliogirlxo (@bibliogirlxo) October 25, 2016

It’ll make you choose your friends wisely.

I need a friend that will listen to me talk about the outsiders all day and not get bored ugh

— Monica 🍂 (@Diabolycal) October 29, 2016

It inspires creativity.

The Outsiders, still an overwhelming student favorite. Check out their symbolism projects @se4realhinton! #Gower62 #GowerReads pic.twitter.com/Jdm2lsHULA

— Clare Lund (@LundTeach) October 27, 2016

It has a great mantra.

Staying gold all day everyday. #sunsets #dreaming #tuff #dallysadreamboat #sodapop #thedingo #theoutsiders #sehinton #bookstagram

A photo posted by Britta Kirk (@meanderingnovember) on Nov 14, 2016 at 2:53pm PST

It has inspired people to love reading.

My love of reading only started bc of @se4realhinton The Outsiders. Now I’m up to 2 books a week & going strong #theoutsiders #SEHinton

— Erin O’Neill (@crimescenetape) October 25, 2016

It will turn you into a die-hard fan.

Almost cried in a bookstore today. I got a signed copy of The Outsiders 50th edition. Plus I dressed the part right down to the high tops. #theoutsiders #sehinton #signedbook #favoritebook

A photo posted by Erica (@justonebookworm) on Nov 5, 2016 at 11:49am PD

It inspired one of the best mannequuin challenges we’ve seen.

Per 1 rocked the #MannequinChallenge with the rumble from @se4realhinton #theoutsiders pic.twitter.com/Kr2tWhDdZD

— Mrs. Combs (@mrscombs14) November 11, 2016

THIS.

@OutsidersHouse @se4realhinton Yes the whole book is the most important part. #StayGold @TSGT78 @KarenWilson1975 pic.twitter.com/g9awHohpGz

— MSAWSUM (@harrington5334) October 26, 2016

Get your copy of The Outsiders 50th Anniversary Edition today!