You hit publish. You wait. You refresh. Again. Nothing.
No likes. No reads. No feedback. Not even a pity comment from your best friend.
Sound familiar?
If you’re a writer—especially a new one—this isn’t just a bad day. It’s the reality for most of us in the beginning. And I want to tell you: that’s okay.
You’re not alone, and more importantly—you’re not doing it wrong.
This article isn’t another fluffy list of “Top 5 Tips” with surface-level advice. I’ve been there, and I’ve pulled from two brutally honest and relatable articles—Michael Thompson’s “No One Is Reading My Articles” on Medium and Anohar John’s “When No One Is Reading Your Articles” on LinkedIn.
Together, they form a survival guide for every writer staring into the void, wondering, “Is it even worth it?”
Let’s dive into why this happens, how to handle it, and what to actually do to get your work seen.
Why Nobody’s Reading Your Articles (Yet)
Here’s the part nobody likes to hear: it’s not the world’s fault. It’s not the algorithm. It’s not that people don’t appreciate good writing. It’s just that you’re new.
And new things take time to grow.
Michael Thompson openly admits he published multiple articles that got zero attention. He didn’t sugarcoat it. He didn’t blame the platform. He just kept writing. And eventually, one of his posts finally caught fire.
Anohar John echoed the same thing. He published more than 50 articles, many of which flew under the radar. But he kept going. Why? Because each article taught him something new. Writing was never a waste. It was an investment in his skill and his audience. Why 95% of New Writers Fail to Build an Audience
No Reads Doesn’t Mean No Value
This is hard to accept: your unread articles still matter.
You might think, “Why keep writing if no one’s listening?”
Because writing is more than publishing. It’s practice. It’s clarity. It’s confidence. And when someone does discover your content, you want them to find depth, not just one lucky post.
Let me share something personal. My first blog post sat at zero views for almost a week. I felt crushed. But I kept writing—and eventually, people began reading my fifth post. Then they went back and read the first one. See what happened? The early silence wasn’t the end. It was the setup.
The Obsession With Views – The Silent Killer
One of the smartest things Michael said was this: “Constantly refreshing stats won’t help you become a better writer.”
That hit me.
I used to check Medium stats every hour. One view felt like winning the lottery. But the truth is, writing isn’t a race for likes. It’s a process of creating something worth reading. And sometimes, that means writing in the dark for a while.
Anohar had a line I love: “If you’re reading this, you’re already ahead of 90% of the people who gave up too early.”
That’s the key. Most people stop after 3 or 4 low-performing posts. They assume they’re not good. But the writers who make it? They keep going anyway.
The Real Problem – Writing for You, Not for Them
Let’s be honest. Most of us start writing about what we feel, what we think, and what we want to say.
But the internet is noisy. No one’s waiting for your opinion. They’re searching for answers, help, or a reason to care.
This doesn’t mean your voice doesn’t matter. It means you have to connect your voice to their needs.
Michael learned this the hard way. His early posts were heartfelt but self-focused. Once he shifted to sharing stories with lessons, readers responded.
Anohar echoed it too—value first, always.
Think about the last time you clicked on an article. You didn’t care who wrote it. You cared whether it helped you. Your readers are the same.
How to Actually Get People to Read Your Articles
Now let’s get practical. No fluff—just battle-tested advice from writers who’ve walked through the silence.
1. Write for One Person, Not Everyone
Picture your reader. Give them a name. Imagine what they’re struggling with.
Are they a new freelancer trying to land clients? A mom trying to balance writing with parenting? A startup founder learning SEO?
When you write for them, your tone changes. You stop sounding like you’re talking to a crowd. You sound like a friend giving advice.
When I started doing this, my writing clicked. People began to comment: “This felt like it was written just for me.” That’s the goal.
2. Focus on the First 3 Lines
Your opening matters more than you think.
Michael’s early posts had great insights buried under slow intros. Once he started grabbing attention from line one, more people stayed to read.
Same for Anohar. He learned to front-load value—to hook the reader.
Here’s how:
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Start with a relatable moment (“You hit publish. You wait. Nothing.”)
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Ask a powerful question (“Sound familiar?”)
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Use contrast or curiosity (“What if this silence is the most important part of your writing journey?”)
3. Share, But Don’t Spam
Anohar talked about this clearly: pushing your article link in 20 Facebook groups isn’t the answer.
Instead, share your articles where they add value. If you’re in a writing community and someone asks, “How do I handle low views?”, then you can say, “I actually wrote about that. Here’s the link.”
Be human first. Promote second.
Also, post on platforms like:
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LinkedIn: summarize your article in 4–5 sentences and link back
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Quora or Reddit: answer related questions with genuine advice, and subtly link your content
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Medium Publications: submit your work to curated spaces that already have readers
I did this with one of my articles. It got 12 views when I posted it solo. After submitting to a Medium publication, it crossed 1,000 views in 2 days.
4. Treat Writing as a Skill, Not a Lottery
Here’s a secret: it’s not about one “viral” article. It’s about writing better, faster, and more effectively over time.
Michael’s growth didn’t come from a lucky break. It came from writing dozens of pieces and improving each time.
Anohar calls this the “silent portfolio.” Every article, read or not, becomes proof of your commitment. When someone finally lands on your profile, they see depth.
So write often. Analyze what worked. Improve your intros, headlines, and pacing. Writing is craft—and craft improves with reps.
3 Things That Helped Me Break Out of the Void
Let me share three real things that finally got readers to notice me.
1. I Wrote a Series Instead of One-Offs
One article is easy to miss. A three-part series? That gets attention.
I created a mini-series on personal branding. Each part built on the last. Readers who found one ended up reading all three.
2. I Asked for Feedback, Not Views
Instead of saying “Please read this,” I asked friends, “Can you tell me what confused you in this piece?”
That changed everything. People love helping. And their feedback made my writing sharper.
3. I Wrote What I Wish I Had Read Earlier
This mindset helped me stop overthinking. I imagined myself 6 months ago—what article would’ve saved me time? Then I wrote that.
One post titled “What I Wish I Knew Before My First Freelance Project” became my most-read piece. Because it wasn’t just a story—it was a shortcut for someone else.
Final Thoughts – Don’t Quit Before It Gets Good
Let’s wrap it with a truth bomb: every great writer was once invisible.
They wrote when no one cared. They published when no one clapped. They wondered if they should stop.
But they didn’t.
And that’s why you know their names now.
So if your articles are echoing in silence right now, know this: you’re not failing. You’re growing. Quietly. Powerfully. Purposefully.
Keep writing. Keep showing up. Your readers are out there. They just haven’t found you yet.
But they will—if you’re still here when they arrive.
