We all take in the stories that are written, as sort of a sanctuary, a place to escape when the world misunderstands and judges us too quickly. We seek understanding and compassion and often we find it in the written word, be it in heroes that are placed in similar situations we find ourselves in or stories that create worlds where we just can escape even for a brief moment.

Harisson struggled with depression for years, even standing on the edge looking down. His first story that he wrote started just about the time he decided to fight back against the dark thoughts and take his own life in his own hands.

"Throughout the writing process one singular thought led me, to give not just a voice to those who felt the same as me, missing understanding and compassion, to show them they are not alone, that no matter what happens in this struggle, in this fight, they do not stand alone."

Harisson believes as a writer he can not just give that comfort and escape some are looking for in books and stories, but as well the support to those who need it.

Harisson wants to let them know that even if it looks dark right now, there is light waiting at the end of that tunnel. He wants to raise awareness about how mental health is important and how "we, as human beings, need to be more understanding not just about mental health, but also about our brothers, sisters, friends and family. We need to offer our understanding, not pity, to those who need it."