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Hello, all... As an amateur historian and writer-waiting-for-publication, I'm ready to submit my medieval novel, which is set in 13th century England. I've decided to begin the process by selectively choosing contests that have, as the finalist editor or agent, someone who might be interested in my type of book. Has anyone else tried this route? I find it beneficial in many ways: 1. It gets my bo…