VOA慢速英语:Former US President Writing a Book

novel – n. a long written story usually about imaginary characters and events

intrigue – n. a secret plan; the activity of making secret plans

suspense – n. a feeling or state of nervousness or excitement caused by wondering what will happen

behind-the-scenes – adj. revealing or reporting on things that usually happen privately without being known or seen by the public

global – adj. involving the entire world

drama – n. a situation or series of events that is exciting and that affects people’s emotions

corridors – n. places where people talk about issues and make important decisions especially about political matters

highlight – n. something (such as an event or a detail) that is very interesting, exciting or important; the best part of something

insight – n. an understanding of the true nature of something

allow – v. to make it possible for something to happen