Martha Merrellâs Books is owned and operated by Norm and Eve Bruce. Norm and Eve bought the store back in 1994 when it was located in a former butcher shop along Waukeshaâs Main Street. After some initial success, they expanded and moved nearby to âFive Points on Mainâ but that location proved to be too small for a growing book-loving fanbase and they moved once more to their current location at 231 West Main Street. Each move was made so they could showcase more books and toys while expanding their services (such as book clubs, live music, food service and author book signings) for the community.