"Chasing Redbird" is a young adult novel written by Sharon Creech and published in 1997. The book tells the story of thirteen-year-old Zinny Taylor, who is struggling to come to terms with her family's past and her own identity. When she discovers an overgrown trail on her family's property, she decides to follow it and clear it, hoping to uncover the secrets of her family's history along the way. As she works on the trail, she meets various characters who each have their own stories to tell. Through her interactions with these characters and her own self-discovery, Zinny learns to confront her fears and insecurities and embrace her true self. The book deals with themes of family, identity, and self-discovery, and has been praised for its rich characters and emotional depth. It was a finalist for the National Book Award in 1997.