The Adventures of Chief & Wheels

HE MET ME THERE PUBLISHING PRESENTS

Seven adventures.
One True North.

Stories of faith, courage, and friendship for families to share.

Seven adventures. Planned launch: November 15, 2026.

Set sail with Chief and Wheels on unforgettable adventures about family, friendship, grace, and trusting God through every storm.

Meet Chief & Wheels

Chief is a retired Navy sailor who knows his way around a chart and compass. Wheels is a curious young adventurer with big questions and an eager heart. Together, aboard their wooden schooner, they discover that the most important direction isn’t simply north on a map—it’s the True North that guides our lives.

Explore the Adventures

Book 1: Finding True North by Richard L. Hubbard, approved front cover

BOOK 1

Finding True North

A compass opens the way to a deeper lesson: learning to trust Jesus as True North.

Faith and direction

Book 2: The Storm We Didn't Expect by Richard L. Hubbard, approved front cover

BOOK 2

The Storm We Didn’t Expect

When the weather changes, Chief and Wheels discover courage, trust, and the comfort of knowing they do not face the storm alone.

Courage through storms

Book 3: Set and Drift by Richard L. Hubbard, approved front cover

BOOK 3

Set and Drift

Every voyage needs a course. Chief, Wheels, and Finn explore what happens when we drift and how to find our bearing again.

Responsibility and course corrections

Book 4: The Empty Seat by the Fire by Richard L. Hubbard, approved front cover

BOOK 4

The Empty Seat by the Fire

An empty place around the campfire becomes an invitation. With Gunny, the friends learn to make room for others and share the strength of brotherhood.

Welcome and belonging

Book 5: No Sailor Left Behind by Richard L. Hubbard, approved front cover

BOOK 5

No Sailor Left Behind

Coastie Pete joins an adventure about noticing someone in trouble, helping responsibly, and looking out for one another.

Service and compassion

Book 6: The Vines That Bind Us by Richard L. Hubbard, approved front cover

BOOK 6

The Vines That Bind Us

When Chief needs help clearing stubborn vines, Wheels calls Finn, Gunny, and Coastie Pete. Their answer shows why accepting help can be an act of strength.

Friendship and accepting help

Book 7: Four Seasons, One True North by Richard L. Hubbard, approved front cover

BOOK 7

Four Seasons, One True North

Spring roots, a summer storm, autumn service, and a winter chart bring the whole crew together. Seasons change, but Jesus remains True North.

Growing through every season

Meet the Author

Rich Hubbard is a retired U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer, father, and founder of He Met Me There. Drawing on years at sea and a personal journey of faith, he created Chief & Wheels to share stories that families can enjoy together—and lessons that last beyond the final page.

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Our planned launch is November 15, 2026. For book updates, family reading, or church and group inquiries, connect with HMMT. Purchase links will be added here when the books are available.

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