Good article Anne. It is frustrating, I now am nearing 400 followers after joining last December, but I do seem to get pretty good readership percentage for the most part. However, earnings are small, October was my best month at $14.20 wo hoo lol! I've had stories go viral but mostly external views. But like you I enjoy writing and interacting and will continue. I also joined Vocal to see what happens, can use the same articles there. Have you tried any other platforms?