He holds a Bachelors in Writing and English Literature from the University of Queensland where he received awards for his creative writing.

His debut memoir has been commended for its searing and raw depiction of queer life.

Chronicling the challenges of growing up as a gay man in a society marked by ostracism and the search for belonging, Tolcher invites readers on an emotional quest for acceptance, shedding light on the complexities of identity, community, and resilience.