I'm replying here because the other conversation you commented in is too deep to reply to.

I have somefiction I wrote, mostly long novels, a few short stories. I should put a few chapters up to see if anyone is interested.

It would be awesome if you share it on Steemit! Tag it with #fiction so that other fiction readers and writers get to read it. There has been some interaction there, but not a lot. The community is still growing, so let's try to be patient.

I have spent hours on a heartfelt blog, and earned a few tiny pennies and a couple of comments. I even get votes and comments from a whale and still get pennies. It's very frustrating.

Yeah, it's been pretty weird lately. This post had quite a few whale votes, and while it held steady at $110, it plummeted to $75 at payout. I guess we need to readjust on how we approach posting on Steemit. I have often been frustrated with my Steemit experience so far, mainly because I've focused on the number of readers. Though I can't say for sure, the readers (and rewards) will come in time. Just focus on posting content that you want to share and eventually, you'll get a lucky strike. At least, that's what I'm hoping for. We just have to stay positive.

Your #payitforward post is noted, I'll share my thoughts there.