With the sheer number of e-book publishers that are expected to make an appearance on the iPad, one might surmise that self-publishers will be left out in the cold with this opportunity. As it turns out, there is evidence this will not be the case after all.

According to VentureBeat, self-publishers will be able to see their content on the iPad in part thanks to self-publishing service SmashWords. Publishers who wish to see their content included in the iPad release will need to get their e-books approved through SmashWords by March 31st.