On this edition of Working Overtime, hosts Karen Han and June Thomas reply to a listener named Jamey, who thinks it might be time to abandon a novel-writing project. Karen and June first discuss projects they’ve abandoned and share what drove them to that decision. Then they discuss ways to salvage the best parts of a failed project to use on the next one.  Do you have a question about creative work? Call and leave a message at 304-933-9675, or email us at working@slate.com.  Podcast production by Kevin Bendis and Cameron Drews.