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Guest Blogger Lois Lavrisa writes about the lack of self-confidence and doubt amongst writers. My husband and I attended an event featuring the bestselling financial guru, Suze Orman. We chatted with friends as my husband’s coworker approached us. Beth, a perky lady with a huge smile, approached us. Beth shook my hand. “I’m a huge fan.” I nodded enthusiastically. “Me too. I love Suze. I can’t wait to see her.” Beth’s face froze for a moment, as if registering what I said. Then she gently squeezed my hand. “I’m a fan of yours.” For a few moments, I didn’t know what to say. I finally said a quick thank you to Beth. She was sweet and I was completely flattered. It’s just that I was just taken off guard because I don’t have great author confidence. Instead I have loads of self doubt, maybe it could be called author angst,…