RE: Short release for guy w/ short DL
I would get a good t-handle release with a short profile like the Ultra Xtreme or ST-3. They are pricy but are well worth it and you get get the modular wrist strap system to hunt with. I hunted with an ST-3 this year on the modular wrist strap you can't lose it and the open hook style is awesome for hunting, no clicking or any of that just hook up and shoot. I am actually shooting the same release indoors this year minus the wrist strap.
Most quality t-handle handheld releases will help you gain a lot of draw length and also be able to bring your hand into your face for a more solid anchor point than most can achieve with a wrist strap/trigger finger styel release aid.