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Mary Henn

Mary Henn

location-pin Kansas City, Missouri

School: University of Missouri-Kansas City

Expertise: Product testing, bedding and mattresses, decor and design, household appliances, beauty

Mary Henn

  • Shopping editor and product tester for Family Handyman, Reader's Digest and Taste of Home
  • Holds an MA in Writing from Missouri State University and an MFA in Creative Writing and Media Arts from the University of Missouri-Kansas City
  • Tested hundreds of products, from handmade chocolates and kitchen knives to soft coolers and coffee makers
  • Former associate editor at Kansas City magazine
  • Former professor of writing; taught at Missouri State University and the University of Missouri-Kansas City

Experience

Mary Henn, MA, MFA, is a shopping editor at Reader's Digest. She’s also a national award-winning writer and journalist. Her expertise lies in trends, appliances, bedding and mattresses. Previously, she was an editor at Kansas City magazine, where she covered everything from local restaurants to news and fashion. When she’s not working on the latest shopping content, you can find her reading poetry or hiking outdoors.

Education

Missouri State University, BA, English, 2016; Missouri State University, MA, Creative Writing, 2018; University of Missouri-Kansas City, MFA, Creative Writing and Media Arts, 2021

Articles

15 Mother’s Day Gifts She’ll Love From Coldwater Creek

14 Mother’s Day Gifts She’ll Love from Coldwater Creek

Mom deserves a thoughtful Mother's Day gift. Find something she'll love—from artisan-inspired homewares to beautiful accessories—at Coldwater Creek.
Kate Spade purse with a checker board on a green table with yellow flowers in background

A Kate Spade x Target Collection Is Coming! (And Yes, There are Purses)

Kate Spade New York is launching a limited-release collection at Target. And over half the items are $15 or less!
Buffy Wiggly Pillow

Buffy Wiggle Pillow Review: This Comfy (and Cute!) Body Pillow Relieves Pain While I Sleep

I know what severe sciatica is like, especially during the third trimester. I tested the Buffy Wiggle Pillow to see if it would help.