A Novel Inspired by True Events
The American Gondolier
From the canals of Long Beach to the waters of Venice, one man sets out to build something no one else believes in.A story of grit, risk, and chasing a vision that refuses to let go.
David F. Black
Co-founder of Gondola Getaway
DAvid F. Black Co-Founder of Gondola Getaway Based in Long Beach, California
Media & Interviews
The American Gondolier is available for interviews, podcasts, and media features.The story spans from the canals of Long Beach to Venice, Italy—built on risk, persistence, and belief.David F. Black is available to speak on:
Building a business from nothing
Bringing Venetian gondolas to California
The real story behind The American Gondolier
Entrepreneurship, risk, and long-term vision
Media appearances and interviews will be updated here.
The article that launched us
About the Book
The American Gondolier is a novel inspired by true events—telling the story of two young men who set out to bring authentic Venetian gondolas to the canals of Long Beach, California.What begins as an idea quickly becomes a test of persistence, risk, and belief. With no clear path and no guarantees, they move forward—driven by a vision that refuses to let go.From Southern California to Venice and beyond, the story captures what it takes to build something real in a world that doesn’t always make room for it.
Available now on Amazon
The American Gondolier Companion
Go beyond the pages of the book. Continue the journey.The American Gondolier Companion is an interactive experience where you can explore the story, the characters, and the real events behind the novel.
Explore the Companion
Included as part of The American Gondolier experience
