Helena Marchmont is a pseudonym used by author Olga Wojtas, who was born and raised in Edinburgh, Scotland. Wojtas was encouraged to write by her inspirational English teacher, Iona M. Cameron. She has since become a successful author, with her work being published under the pen name Helena Marchmont.
Under the pen name Helena Marchmont, Wojtas writes the "Bunburry" series, which are cozy mysteries set in the Cotswolds village of Bunburry in the United Kingdom. The series began publication in 2018, with the release of "Murder At the Mousetrap." The series has been well-received by readers and has gained a following due to its charming setting and intriguing mysteries.
In addition to the Bunburry series, Wojtas has also had more than 30 short stories published in various magazines and anthologies. She also recently published her first mystery novel, "Miss Blaine's Prefect and the Golden Samovar" under her real name Olga Wojtas. Wojtas's diverse writing portfolio showcases her versatility as a writer and her ability to craft compelling stories in various genres. She won a Scottish Book Trust New Writers Award in 2015, which is a testament to her talent and dedication to her craft.