Local author Chris Walter (East Van, Boozecan) will be reading from his new book Chase the Dragon May 30 at the Storm Crow Tavern (1305 Commercial Dr.) beginning at 7 p.m. The heavily tattooed novelist, who is also a recovering drug addict, is known for writing biographies of punk rock bands. He will reportedly wash the dishes for anyone who purchases a copy of the new book, published by G.F.Y. Press and available for $10.