So you can see there's a pattern of both persuasion and inspiration when you read. Famous authors started out as beginning writers at some point. Read their earlier works as well as their current ones to see how they've developed their craft. There might even be a formation of ideas in place that help your own writing. Don't rule out reading nonfiction either.
Fiction usually combines elements of both fact and imagination.
But they can't seem to put it into words. However, words can be the very foundation of your novel or short story. Plenty of authors have developed complete story lines based on a simple conversation with a friend. You could even be out and about minding your own business when you inadvertently pick up a writing jewel. For example, say you're cashing a check at a bank.