Michael West discusses his new book and the importance of insects at Bunch of Grapes this week. — File photo by Michael Cummo

Bunch of Grapes Bookstore will host an author’s event at 7 pm on Friday, Oct. 3, featuring Michael West on his newest book “BUZZD: The Bee Kill Conspiracy.” The evening will include a local honey tasting and a discussion with local beekeeper and boutique honeymaker Monica Miller. According to a press release, “BUZZD tells the story of corporate greed, mercenary killing, and a new agricultural chemical that endangers the Island ecosystem. Afghan war vet and special-ops Marine Sam Hill uncovers the truth about the death of an EPA official, swarmed by killer bees. Sam finds a single loose thread and pulls on it until he unravels a national conspiracy that could threaten the entire planet.”  The talk, which will also center on the importance of insects in the ecosystem, is free and open to the public. For more information, call 508-693-2291 or visit bunchofgrapes.com.