Feeling Invisible on Vocal
Maybe it’s time to walk away?. Even though I don’t want to.
Feeling Invisible on Vocal
There was a time when I felt part of this community. When people read my work, left comments, and helped my poems reach others. I loved sharing my words here.
But lately, something’s changed.
I earned just 79 cents this month. Meanwhile, I see the same familiar names earning 20 dollars or more every week. I used to earn 40 to 50 dollars a month, so this sudden drop feels like more than just bad luck.
I spoke up about this once or twice, about how the same writers seem to rise every time, and ever since then my work has barely been noticed. No Top Stories, no real visibility. It feels like I’ve been quietly pushed aside.
I don’t write for money, but I do write to be read.
And right now, it feels like my words aren’t reaching anyone.
To those of you who have said my work is brilliant, thank you. I wish Vocal felt the same.
I love writing, but I have to ask myself.
Why should I pay for another year of Vocal Plus if my voice is no longer welcome here?
Maybe it’s time to move on. Or maybe this is just a rough patch. I don’t know anymore.
To the friends who have stood by me and continue to be loyal, thank you with all my heart. You’ve kept me going longer than you know.
To Vocal, please give me a break and read me.
About the Creator
Marie381Uk
I've been writing poetry since the age of fourteen. With pen in hand, I wander through realms unseen. The pen holds power; ink reveals hidden thoughts. A poet may speak truth or weave a tale. You decide. Let pen and ink capture your mind❤️
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Comments (3)
Actually, I feel the same way now. I only get a few reads and comments. In the past two months I Have only earned a couple cents. I really like reading and commenting on everyone's writing, but I liked making extra when there was the Most Supportive Commentors and I know why it doesn't exist now, and it is nice not seeing comments about various 'opportunities'. I thought I gave good comments back then and I believe they were not SPAM. I hope my work gets more comments. Please stick around.
Marie, I think it’s the way algorithms work. I see the same thing happening on all social media.
I hear you. I feel like the community was so much better back in 2020 (yes, I’ve been around that long but have quit a couple of times for exactly this reason!). I don’t know what I’m doing wrong. It seems like everyone has their groups of friends on here and it’s impossible to break in. Want to be my buddy? 😂