William Neely (August 18, 1930 – March 25, 2008) was an American writer, most famous for his book Stand on It by Stroker Ace.
After high school, Neely graduated West Virginia Wesleyan College, completing a Bachelor of Arts degree in English.
In 1966, he left Goodyear to work as public relations manager of central region for Humble Oil Company, a position he held until 1970.
Bill Neely's best-known work was published in 1973, Stand on It by Stroker Ace, co-written by Bob Ottum.
The novel, based in part on Neely's own experiences as a professional auto racer and on his experiences in the racing world with Goodyear and in part on NASCAR legend Curtis Turner, became quite popular for its gritty humor and its pull-no-punches depictions of the world of professional stock car racing.