On December 1, 1973, “Elektra” label released “Short Stories”, the third Harry Chapin studio album. It was recorded in 1973, and was produced by Paul Leka.

Personnel:

• Harry Chapin – vocals, guitar
• Ronald Palmer – vocals, guitar
• Jeanne French – vocals
• Tomi Lee Bradley – vocals
• Paul Leka – keyboards
• Dave Armstrong – harmonica
• John Wallace – vocals, bass
• Buddy Salzman – drums
• Bobby Carlin – drums
• Michael Masters – cello
• Tim Scott – cello

Track listing:

All tracks by Harry Chapin

1. Short Stories
2. W·O·L·D
3. Song for Myself
4. Song Man
5. Changes
6. They Call Her Easy
7. Tanner
8. Mail Order Annie
9. There’s a Lot of Lonely People Tonight
10. Old College Avenue