The Random House Publishing Group has collaborated with Mobile Roadie to launch iPhone apps for its bestselling authors. Right from the bat, the two companies released apps for three New York Times bestselling authors:
- Steve Berry – published by Ballantine Books, is the author of such novels as The Charlemagne Pursuit, and The Templar Legacy, and The Paris Vendetta.
- Sophie Kinsella – published by The Dial Press, author of the Shopaholic series as well as The Undomestic Goddess, Remember Me?, and Twenties Girl.
- Karen Marie Moning – published by Delacorte Press, author of the MacKayla Lane series, which includes Darkfever, Bloodfever, Faefever, and the recently released Dreamfever.
As for the features included in the apps – fans can preview books, access bonus content, interact with other fans, check upcoming author appearances, listen to audiobook clips, watch author videos and book trailers, and more.