Meet Mark Henning

Mark Henning is an author, entrepreneur and lifelong hands-on problem solver. He founded ShopHenCo Books to turn real experience into useful resources—practical books and downloadable DIY Fix-It Kits created to help everyday people handle repairs, breakdowns, property problems and unexpected situations with greater confidence.

Before putting those lessons into print, Mark spent years dealing with the kinds of problems people face at home, on the road and in business. His background in home services, property maintenance, real estate and entrepreneurship included managing work orders, leading employees, coordinating vendors, helping frustrated people and finding workable answers when nothing wanted to cooperate. That experience taught him the difference between advice that merely sounds good and solutions that work in the real world.

That practical viewpoint runs through books such as Simple Home Repair, Urban Survival, Car Breakdown Road Warrior and Crazy or Just Human. His newest book, Maintenance Mayhem, takes readers behind the work orders with funny, honest stories inspired by his years working in and managing maintenance. His writing is made for regular people—not specialists—who want clear explanations, real experience and a good story along the way.

ShopHenCo Books also reflects the human side of Mark’s interests. Alongside his books and Fix-It Kits, the site presents original art and photography created by people with genuine stories behind their work. It is a place where practical knowledge, creativity and real-life experience come together.

Away from writing and business, Mark values family, cars, cooking, travel and the everyday experiences that eventually become good stories. Whether he is explaining a repair, sharing a hard-earned lesson or introducing a remarkable piece of art, his goal remains the same: make it useful, genuine and worth the reader’s time.