Laura played a vital role in the conceptualization and world-building of Dragonlance. While Tracy is often credited as the primary designer, Laura's contributions were essential in shaping the characters, themes, and overall narrative of the series. She provided a vital female perspective to the storytelling.

"Dragons of Autumn Twilight", the first novel in the Dragonlance Chronicles trilogy, was published. Laura's influence on the story and characters is evident, and the book's success launched the Dragonlance saga into a phenomenon. The book was co-written with Tracy Hickman.

Laura co-authored the entire Dragonlance Chronicles trilogy with Tracy Hickman ("Dragons of Autumn Twilight", "Dragons of Winter Night", and "Dragons of Spring Dawning"). Her input into the characters, their motivations, and the overall plot contributed significantly to the trilogy's widespread appeal.

Even after the initial trilogy, Laura continued to contribute to the Dragonlance universe through various modules, novels, and supplemental materials. While the level of her involvement varied, her legacy remained intertwined with the world of Krynn.