"Stand Still, Look Pretty" is a scholarly book that explores the development of country music and the role of women in this genre. It highlights the transformation of country music in the context of the feminist movement and the cultural changes that led from rural to urban lifestyles. The author, Carol Wical, examines how women in country music emerged not only as performers but also as active shapers of their own stories and careers. The book offers an in-depth analysis of the social and cultural dynamics that contributed to the establishment of a distinct tradition for women in country music. It is an invitation to recognize the often-overlooked contributions of female artists and to view the evolution of the genre from a new perspective.