Kate Novak and Jeff Grubb began their writing collaboration at TSR, working on Dragonlance novels. The exact circumstances of how they initially partnered are not widely available but their skills and creative visions clearly complemented each other well.

Kate Novak and Jeff Grubb wrote the novel "Kaz the Minotaur", which was published in 1988. This was a novel detailing the life of a Minotaur who followed a dark and violent path through life.

Kate Novak and Jeff Grubb wrote the novel "The Medusa Plague". Part of the Forgotten Realms series of novels, this book follows the tale of a deadly plague.

Novak and Grubb's collaborative work significantly impacted the Dragonlance universe, contributing to its world-building, character development, and overall appeal. Their novels have been enjoyed by many fans of the franchise.