I think I'm rather lucky to have gained the followers, truthfully. It's a humbling experience to say the least. I find value in coming online each day and posting on Steemit more than any other website. I am learning as I go along and though I might not be making top steem right now, I am finding enjoyment in the community!
You're right it does take a lot of work to be heard but for me that's where engaging with you guys in the comment section comes into play.
I think your experiment may pay off for you in the long run and if you want to give it a try, I encourage you and support you in your efforts.
Of course, what you do is entirely up to you. I agree a lot of content gets lost in the flow of things so I save my posts in Word before I submit the content here.
It would be awesome in my opinion, if you wrote some fiction. I'd read it!
You have my support!!