Amanda Tapping’s Embracing Mental Health as a Fandom

“There's a different level of generosity to sci-fi fandom. We embrace diversity and inclusion. People connect from around the world, this global map of interconnecting lines. It’s that kind of connection where you keep an eye out for each other and if you see somebody struggling, you’d go up and help them, and it’s a beautiful thing.”

- Amanda Tapping, June 3, 2023 on The Companion

This book isn’t just something to read—it’s a community lifeline. At any time, we can turn to its pages for solace, guidance, or simply the assurance that we’re not alone. Designed to be interactive, this book symbolizes the deep connections we share. We’re in this together.  

Pre-orders directly support the creation of this unique, crowdsourced book. Because we believe in the power of sharing stories, the eBook will be available as a free digital download to ensure accessibility for all.  

What’s Inside the Book?

Chapters Led by Amanda  

With candid honesty, Amanda Tapping explores topics like self-confidence, friendship, anxiety, and self-reflection. Through her personal stories, she highlights the common humanity we all share.  

Stories from Special Guests 

Special celebrity guests share their personal experiences, offering unique perspectives on mental health and fandom.  

Your Stories 

This book is a collaborative effort, featuring deeply personal and uplifting stories from fans. These stories explore how fandom has shaped lives, built connections, and provided moments of hope, healing, and joy.  

What is Embracing Mental Health as a Fandom?

Amanda Tapping and Stargate Co-Creator Brad Wright joined The Companion as partners and investors because community is everything.

For the past three years, The Companion has been on a mission to uplift fans in an increasingly lonely world, with the goal of creating 1 million life-changing memories for 1 million fans.  

Together with this community, we’ve raised over $30,000 for mental health, hunger relief, and accessibility programs. This book is an extension of that mission—a way to continue sharing stories that matter.  

What’s Next? 

March - April - Editing and Design  
May – Kickstarter launch for final pre-orders  
Q2–Q3 2025 – Book printing & shipments begin  

Be a part of something bigger—pre-order today and join us in celebrating the power of fandom and storytelling.

The Questions That Shaped This Book

Throughout this journey, we’ve asked fans to share their personal experiences through a series of thought-provoking and heartfelt prompts. These questions guided the incredible stories featured in the book:

• How has fandom saved, changed, or affected your life?
• Describe yourself in ten words. What do they reveal about you?
• Write a letter of forgiveness—to someone else, or even to yourself.
• What are the "glimmers" in your life? Those small moments of joy or comfort?
• Which character has taught you the most about yourself?
• What is your comfort song, show, or movie?
• If you could say one last thing to someone you've lost, what would it be?
• Tell us about your unconventional path in life—how has it shaped who you are?
• What’s holding you back? What’s something you’re holding onto?
• Share a fandom story that made you laugh out loud!
• What is your biggest fear?
• How has fandom influenced your career or inspired your passions?
• Have you cared for a loved one? Share your experience.
• Have you bonded with family or friends over a show, movie, or game?
• What’s the most heartwarming act of kindness you’ve witnessed in fandom?
• If you’ve experienced miscarriage or infertility, write a letter to the child you lost or are waiting for.
• What reminds you that you're valuable, wonderful, and worthy?
• What would you tell your younger self—the weird kid, the sick kid, the kid who felt out of place?

These stories—your stories—are what make Embracing Mental Health as a Fandom so special. They remind us that no matter where we are, we are never truly alone.