My earnings dropped by 30% last month and my stats dropped as well. I write for a variety of publications. My most successful writing appears on Crow's Feet. I also write for the Haven, Family Matters and a few others. I have my own pub, Hometown Ramblings. I think that it has to do with the publications that you try out. Also, I interact with a lot of people. It takes a lot of time but I find it helpful.