CULTURE That Connects: How Stories, Art, Music, & Media Shape Who We are

At She The King, we approach culture as a way of understanding connection, memory, identity, and emotional growth. 

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The Names Book Review: Family, Sibling Bonds, and Perception
Books
The Names Book Review: Family, Sibling Bonds, and Perception
Books

The Names is a debut novel exploring sibling relationships, family dynamics, and how love and harm coexist in contemporary literary fiction.

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Books
Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall Review: Dreams, Family, and the Quiet Power of Love
Books
Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall Review: Dreams, Family, and the Quiet Power of Love
Books

Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall is a quietly powerful novel about evolving dreams, family dynamics, and love grounded in real life. This spoiler-free review explores why the story lingers long after the final page and why its themes resonate beyond the book — from literary reflection to a forthcoming film adaptation. Excellent for readers who love thoughtful, character-driven literary fiction.

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2025 Book Review Wrapped: Best Books I Read This Year
Books
2025 Book Review Wrapped: Best Books I Read This Year
Books

Explore my 2025 Book Review Wrapped: 27 books that shaped my year, including favorite reads, emotional stories, and top novels I recommend. Discover reviews, reflections, and the books that stayed with me long after the last page.

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Books
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Black History Is a Living Blueprint
Art, Books
Black History Is a Living Blueprint
Art, Books

Black history is a living blueprint shaped by writers and artists whose work transformed global culture. This editorial explores six Black cultural icons—three writers and three visual artists—whose influence continues to redefine literature, contemporary art, and creative power worldwide.

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Art, Books
Calming Art Gifts Inspired by Museums: Thoughtful, Beautiful, and Soul-Soothing
Art
Calming Art Gifts Inspired by Museums: Thoughtful, Beautiful, and Soul-Soothing
Art

Calming, museum-inspired art gifts that soothe the mind and elevate any space. Thoughtful, soulful pieces designed for wellness, presence, and quiet beauty—perfect for mindful living or meaningful gifting.

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Art
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Black Film Directors and Music Icons Who Reshaped Global Culture
Music, Film + TV
Black Film Directors and Music Icons Who Reshaped Global Culture
Music, Film + TV

Black culture shapes the world through film and music. This editorial traces a lineage of Black film directors and music icons—including Nina Simone, Fela Kuti, Tina Turner, and Beyoncé—whose cultural authorship reshaped global cinema, sound, and storytelling.

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Music, Film + TV
Music and Memory: How Books Live On Beyond the Final Page
Music
Music and Memory: How Books Live On Beyond the Final Page
Music

Music doesn’t just accompany a story—it preserves it. Discover how music and memory shape our emotional connection to books, extending their life long after the final page.

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Music
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From Pages to Film: The 2026 Adaptations We’re Watching — and the Books We’re Still Dreaming About
Film + TV
From Pages to Film: The 2026 Adaptations We’re Watching — and the Books We’re Still Dreaming About
Film + TV

In 2026, literature continues to shape cinema. From confirmed adaptations like The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue to books we’re still hoping to see on screen, this guide explores the novels defining the year’s most anticipated films.

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Film + TV
Theater Picks of the Month: Experiencing The Nutcracker at the Benedum Center
Film + TV, Art
Theater Picks of the Month: Experiencing The Nutcracker at the Benedum Center
Film + TV, Art

The Nutcracker at Pittsburgh’s Benedum Center captures the magic of the holidays through live ballet, music, and shared seasonal joy.

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Film + TV, Art

Why Culture Still Matters

In every corner of life — from wistful musical refrains to the sensory memory of a holiday dish — culture teaches us how to connect, reflect, and grow. Here, we don’t just recommend art; we ask:

How does this shift the way you feel? What part of you stays with it? Why does this matter?

Because culture isn’t surface — it is memory, empathy, and meaning made real.

Stories That Stay With You
Music as emotional memory
Art and Healing
films that teach empathy
Global Food Traditions